Richmond, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 9.3% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $191,207 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
69% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Richmond, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% higher
      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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% higher
  Commute
  69.9% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% higher