Rome, Georgia vs. Reading, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is 10.4% more expensive than Rome, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $33,115 in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rome, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Reading
than in Rome, Georgia
Rome, GA vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Rome, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  17.3% higher
  Health
  15.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher