Austin, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 18.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $46,252 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Austin, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  29.1% higher
  Health
  0.5% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  11.9% higher
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