Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
13% cheaper
Pittsburgh is 13% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $65,187 in Pittsburgh.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Pittsburgh has a housing index of 79 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Pittsburgh costs $195,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $35,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Pittsburgh versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Pittsburgh scores 101 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Pittsburgh (95) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Pittsburgh is $52,536 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Pittsburgh.
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