Rockport, Massachusetts vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 26.2% cheaper than Rockport, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $85,594 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockport, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Rockport, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Rockport, Massachusetts
Rockport, MA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Rockport, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  43.8% higher
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher