Monroe, New York vs. Scranton, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scranton, Pennsylvania is 39.2% cheaper than Monroe, New York.

You would need a salary of $60,816 in Scranton, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scranton, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Monroe, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Scranton
than in Monroe, New York
Monroe, NY vs. Scranton, PA
Compared to Monroe, Scranton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.1% lower
  Commute
  42.1% lower
  Health
  24.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher