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STATE COLLEGE vs. SCRANTON
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State College, Pennsylvania vs. Scranton, Pennsylvania
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The cost of living in Scranton, Pennsylvania is
21.3%
cheaper
than State College, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$102,291
in Scranton, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in State College, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scranton, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than State College, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Scranton
than in State College, Pennsylvania
State College, PA vs. Scranton, PA
Compared to State College, Scranton is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.3% lower
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10.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
78.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
9.4% higher
Commute
20.5% higher
Health
22.0% lower
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Personal
2.2% higher
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