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AUSTIN vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Austin, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
18.9%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$365,085
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Austin, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.9% lower
Child Care
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Food
6.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
58.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.7% higher
Commute
29.1% higher
Health
0.5% higher
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Personal
11.9% higher
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