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Cost of Living Calculator - Blacksburg, Virginia vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 9.9% more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $219,895 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
128% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Blacksburg, Virginia
Blacksburg, VA vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Blacksburg, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  9.9% higher
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  Food
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  128.5% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
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  Personal
  11.3% higher
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