Madison, Indiana vs. Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 21.9% more expensive than Madison, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $60,948 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lancaster, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Madison, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% more expensive in Lancaster
than in Madison, Indiana
Madison, IN vs. Lancaster, PA
Compared to Madison, Lancaster is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  35.9% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher