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Cost of Living Calculator - Gastonia, North Carolina vs Reading, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Reading, Massachusetts is 74.7% more expensive than Gastonia, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $87,343 in Reading, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Gastonia, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Massachusetts is more expensive than Gastonia, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
170% more expensive in Reading
than in Gastonia, North Carolina
Gastonia, NC vs Reading, MA
Compared to Gastonia, Reading is:
  Homeowner
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  74.7% higher
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  17.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  288.1% higher
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  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  22.9% higher
  Health
  12.4% lower
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  Personal
  26.6% higher
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