Irving, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 2.9% more expensive than Irving, Texas.

You would need a salary of $72,059 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Irving, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Irving, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Irving, Texas
Irving, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Irving, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  27.6% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% higher