Athens, Ohio vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 32.2% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $99,181 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Athens, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.2% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  138.5% higher
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.8% higher