Newark, Delaware vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 1.4% more expensive than Newark, Delaware.

You would need a salary of $20,290 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, Delaware.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Newark, Delaware
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Newark, Delaware
Newark, DE vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Newark, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  50.0% higher
  Health
  9.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher