Scranton, Pennsylvania vs. Springfield, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Ohio is 3.9% cheaper than Scranton, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $48,038 in Springfield, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Ohio is cheaper than Scranton, Pennsylvania
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
31% cheaper in Springfield
than in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton, PA vs. Springfield, OH
Compared to Scranton, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% lower
      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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  16.3% lower
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower