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ALEXANDRIA vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Alexandria, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
25.2%
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$87,562
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Alexandria, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
71.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.7% higher
Commute
10.2% higher
Health
0.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% higher
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