Stow, Ohio vs. Reading, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is 5.1% more expensive than Stow, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,529 in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Stow, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Stow, Ohio
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
32% more expensive in Reading
than in Stow, Ohio
Stow, OH vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Stow, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  21.7% higher
  Health
  32.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher