Brewer, Maine vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 20.3% more expensive than Brewer, Maine.

You would need a salary of $60,137 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Brewer, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Brewer, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
98% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Brewer, Maine
Brewer, ME vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Brewer, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  98.2% higher
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher