Gary, Indiana vs. Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is 4.0% cheaper than Gary, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $48,011 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Gary, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Gary, Indiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
25% cheaper in Wilkes-Barre
than in Gary, Indiana
Gary, IN vs. Wilkes Barre, PA
Compared to Gary, Wilkes Barre is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower