Chico, California vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 34.7% cheaper than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $32,664 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Chico, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Altoona
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to Chico, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  2.9% lower
  Health
  27.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower