Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Carson, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carson, North Dakota is 31.5% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $51,357 in Carson, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carson, North Dakota is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Carson
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Carson, ND
Compared to Philadelphia, Carson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% lower
      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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  42.5% lower
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower