State vs State
Ohio vs Pennsylvania: which is more free?
On the default equal-weight blend, Ohio scores higher overall — 58 vs 56 out of 100. The widest gap is in Drug Policy, where Ohio leads by 4.0 points.
Ohio leads in 4 categories · Pennsylvania leads in 4 · 2 tied
Category-by-category breakdown
What stands out in Ohio
- Constitutional carry
- EdChoice school vouchers
- Recreational marijuana (voter-approved)
What stands out in Pennsylvania
- Flat 3.07% income tax
- Clean Slate Act
- Tax credit scholarships
Ohio vs Pennsylvania: common questions
Is Ohio or Pennsylvania more free?
Ohio ranks higher overall, scoring 58/100 versus 56/100 across the ten freedom categories. Ohio wins 4 of the ten categories outright. Which state is "freer" for you depends on which of those freedoms you weight most.
Does Ohio or Pennsylvania have more economic freedom and lower taxes?
Pennsylvania scores higher on economic freedom (6.5/10 vs 3.1/10), the category that folds in tax burden, regulation, and business climate.
Which has stronger gun rights, Ohio or Pennsylvania?
Ohio scores higher on Second Amendment freedom (5.5/10 vs 3.7/10), reflecting carry laws, permitting, and firearm restrictions.
Ohio vs Pennsylvania: which is better for school choice?
Ohio scores higher on education choice (8.5/10 vs 5.7/10), covering vouchers, ESAs, charters, and homeschool freedom.