New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 3.3% more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $90,428 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
23% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to New Orleans, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.4% higher
  Commute
  7.1% higher
  Health
  0.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% higher