Reading, Pennsylvania vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 11.6% cheaper than Reading, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $89,237 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Reading, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% cheaper in Waco
than in Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading, PA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Reading, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  115.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  27.1% lower
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower