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COLUMBIA vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Columbia, Maryland vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
11.2%
cheaper
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$78,107
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Columbia, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
56.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.8% lower
Commute
31.5% higher
Health
18.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.5% lower
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