Alexandria, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 25.2% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $49,394 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Alexandria, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  0.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.0% higher
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