Cost of Living Calculator - Reading, Pennsylvania vs Manhattan, New York


The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 147.9% more expensive than Reading, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $123,964 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Reading, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
467% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading, PA vs Manhattan, NY
Compared to Reading, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  147.9% 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
  24.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,022.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  49.0% higher
  Commute
  62.3% higher
  Health
  8.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  51.1% higher

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