Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Reading, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is 5.2% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $84,146 in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% more expensive in Reading
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Indianapolis, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  9.3% higher
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower