Tuscaloosa, Alabama vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 20.0% more expensive than Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $240,000 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Tuscaloosa, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Tuscaloosa, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  20.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  80.1% higher
  Health
  11.0% lower
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  Personal
  0.1% higher
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