Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Spokane, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Spokane, Washington is 6.1% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $55,967 in Spokane, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Spokane, Washington is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% cheaper in Spokane
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Spokane, WA
Compared to Philadelphia, Spokane is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.4% lower
  Commute
  35.8% lower
  Health
  17.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower