New Paltz, New York vs. West Chester, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chester, Pennsylvania is 29.5% more expensive than New Paltz, New York.

You would need a salary of $97,109 in West Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in New Paltz, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than New Paltz, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in West Chester
than in New Paltz, New York
New Paltz, NY vs. West Chester, PA
Compared to New Paltz, West Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.5% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  14.8% lower
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher