Rockville, Maryland vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 24.8% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $75,215 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Rockville, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.8% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  6.0% higher
  Health
  17.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher