Reading, Pennsylvania vs. Baltimore, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baltimore, Maryland is 2.2% more expensive than Reading, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $51,120 in Baltimore, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baltimore, Maryland is more expensive than Reading, Pennsylvania
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
61% more expensive in Baltimore
than in Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading, PA vs. Baltimore, MD
Compared to Reading, Baltimore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  101.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  25.4% higher
  Health
  26.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower