Ohio vs. Pennsylvania
On a $75,000 salary, you keep about $1,127 more a year in Ohio. Prices are 5% higher in Pennsylvania, so after adjusting for cost of living Ohio comes out ahead.
Last verified November 2, 2026.
| Ohio | Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| State income tax | Has a flat income tax of 0% on taxable income. | Has a flat income tax of 3.07% on taxable income. |
| Minimum wage | $11.00 | $7.25 |
| Price level (U.S. = 100) | 92.8 | 97.6 |
| Employer cost on a $50,000 hire | $4,464 | $4,819 |
| SUTA wage base | $9,000 | $10,000 |
Take-home pay at the same salary
| Salary | Ohio take-home | Pennsylvania take-home | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $41,762 | $40,750 | $1,012 more in Ohio |
| $75,000 | $60,312 | $59,185 | $1,127 more in Ohio |
| $100,000 | $77,212 | $75,970 | $1,242 more in Ohio |
| $150,000 | $110,448 | $108,976 | $1,472 more in Ohio |
Single filer, standard deduction, tax year 2026. Excludes local income taxes.
Adjusted for cost of living
Using BEA regional price parities, $60,312 in Ohio buys what $65,010 buys in an average-priced state, and $59,185 in Pennsylvania buys what $60,658 does. To keep the same buying power moving from Ohio to Pennsylvania, a $75,000 salary would need to be about $78,879 before the tax difference.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Ohio or Pennsylvania better for take-home pay?
- On $75,000, you keep about $1,127 more a year in Ohio. Adjusted for prices, Ohio comes out ahead by $4,352.
- Which state is cheaper for employers, Ohio or Pennsylvania?
- Employer taxes and insurance on a $50,000 hire are about $4,464 in Ohio and $4,819 in Pennsylvania.