Houston, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 9.9% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $93,455 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Houston, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  7.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher