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BETHESDA vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Bethesda, Maryland vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
44.1%
cheaper
than Bethesda, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$41,933
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Bethesda, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
81.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.6% lower
Commute
10.2% higher
Health
17.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.1% higher
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