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DETROIT vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Detroit, Michigan vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
18.4%
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$0
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
187% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Detroit, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
15.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
185.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.1% higher
Commute
20.4% lower
Health
24.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% higher
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