Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Hot Springs, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hot Springs, South Dakota is 14.1% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $42,952 in Hot Springs, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hot Springs, South Dakota is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Hot Springs
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Hot Springs, SD
Compared to Philadelphia, Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  53.0% lower
  Health
  45.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower