Howard, Pennsylvania vs. Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Indiana is 7.2% cheaper than Howard, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $37,103 in Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Howard, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Howard, Pennsylvania
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
26% cheaper in Lafayette
than in Howard, Pennsylvania
Howard, PA vs. Lafayette, IN
Compared to Howard, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower