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SANTA MONICA vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Santa Monica, California vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
61.4%
cheaper
than Santa Monica, California.
You would need a salary of
$54,064
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Santa Monica, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
61.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
91.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
33.3% higher
Commute
8.3% lower
Health
13.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.1% higher
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