South Bend, Indiana vs. Erie, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erie, Pennsylvania is 5.5% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $105,467 in Erie, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erie, Pennsylvania is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% more expensive in Erie
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Erie, PA
Compared to South Bend, Erie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  7.0% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% higher