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DALLAS vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Dallas, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
4.0%
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$485,459
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Dallas, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
28.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.7% higher
Commute
21.2% higher
Health
4.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% higher
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