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IOWA CITY vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
20.4%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$18,062
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
107% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Iowa City, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
31.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.7% higher
Commute
107.2% higher
Health
1.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.4% higher
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