Staunton, Virginia vs. Altoona, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Pennsylvania is 8.4% cheaper than Staunton, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $45,777 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Staunton, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Staunton, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Altoona
than in Staunton, Virginia
Staunton, VA vs. Altoona, PA
Compared to Staunton, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  25.0% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher