Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Grand Junction, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Junction, Colorado is 8.6% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $45,714 in Grand Junction, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Junction, Colorado is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% cheaper in Grand Junction
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Grand Junction, CO
Compared to Philadelphia, Grand Junction is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  45.4% lower
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% lower