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STERLING vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Sterling, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
20.8%
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$55,430
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Sterling, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.2% higher
Commute
19.6% higher
Health
0.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.0% lower
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