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PHILADELPHIA vs. CHARLOTTE
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Charlotte, North Carolina
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The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is
5.0%
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$237,348
in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% cheaper in Charlotte
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Philadelphia, Charlotte is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
49.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.7% lower
Commute
31.1% lower
Health
7.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.5% lower
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