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PHILADELPHIA vs. SAN DIEGO
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
52.8%
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$132,903
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
304% more expensive in San Diego
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Philadelphia, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
52.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
321.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.5% lower
Commute
15.3% lower
Health
12.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.0% lower
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