Palmyra, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 10.6% more expensive than Palmyra, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,321 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmyra, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Palmyra, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Palmyra, Virginia
Palmyra, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Palmyra, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  48.3% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher