Rome, New York vs. Hershey, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hershey, Pennsylvania is 23.9% more expensive than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,542 in Hershey, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hershey, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rome, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
108% more expensive in Hershey
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Hershey, PA
Compared to Rome, Hershey is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.9% 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
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  150.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher