Tower City, Pennsylvania vs. Elmira, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elmira, New York is 4.3% more expensive than Tower City, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $52,154 in Elmira, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Tower City, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elmira, New York is more expensive than Tower City, Pennsylvania
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
86% more expensive in Elmira
than in Tower City, Pennsylvania
Tower City, PA vs. Elmira, NY
Compared to Tower City, Elmira is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  17.1% lower
  Health
  3.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher