Troy, Ohio vs. Reading, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is 4.6% more expensive than Troy, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $78,425 in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Troy, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Troy, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
29% more expensive in Reading
than in Troy, Ohio
Troy, OH vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Troy, Reading is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  16.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher