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Cost of Living Calculator - Allentown, Pennsylvania vs Reading, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Reading, Massachusetts is 64.7% more expensive than Allentown, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $82,366 in Reading, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Massachusetts is more expensive than Allentown, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
206% more expensive in Reading
than in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Allentown, PA vs Reading, MA
Compared to Allentown, Reading is:
  Homeowner
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  64.7% higher
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  10.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  340.6% higher
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  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
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  Personal
  20.8% higher
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