Pocatello, Idaho vs. Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 5.8% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $79,345 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lancaster, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
39% more expensive in Lancaster
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Lancaster, PA
Compared to Pocatello, Lancaster is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  13.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% higher
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher