2025 Compare Cities Health:
Florence, SC vs Philadelphia, PA

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Highlights
- There are 243 physicians per 100,000 people in Philadelphia.
- There are 264 physicians per 100,000 people in Florence.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 Florence, SCPhiladelphia, PAUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock39.158.4
 Water Quality (100=best)47  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock91.586.9
 Physicians per Cap.264  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock98100
   (100 = best)
Reviews for Florence    18 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

The short version: high humidty+high temps+mosquitoes, high crime, terrible schools, poor dining choices, no outdoor activities, very few entertainment options,  More

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Some people have actually lived here for 30 years? I can't even imagine what your perspective is or what your life is like. Like anything in life, it's all about  More

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I've lived in Florence for over 30 years and think it's a great place to live, work and play. It's a progressive community that is welcoming to newcomers of all ages  More

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Reviews for Philadelphia    139 Reviews

Philadelphia is a very walkable and fun city to explore (albeit be aware of where not to explore at least at night). The city has beautiful old architecture , great  More

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I’m originally from New York City, then lived in a small city in upstate New York for eight years, then moved down to Philadelphia and have lived here for many years.  More

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Now the only reason some people disagree is because MONEY. If you live in “manayunk” (which I lived for 2 years) you can’t compare … you can’t compare your out skirt  More

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