Cost of Living Calculator - Akron, Ohio vs Chester, Pennsylvania


The cost of living in Chester, Pennsylvania is 20.3% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $120,321 in Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
79% more expensive in Chester
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs Chester, PA
Compared to Akron, Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% higher
  Commute
  47.3% higher
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.