Elkins, West Virginia vs. New Castle, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Castle, Pennsylvania is 0.8% more expensive than Elkins, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $50,416 in New Castle, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkins, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Castle, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Elkins, West Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% more expensive in New Castle
than in Elkins, West Virginia
Elkins, WV vs. New Castle, PA
Compared to Elkins, New Castle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.6% higher
  Commute
  26.8% higher
  Health
  35.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher