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BOSTON vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
31.6%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$27,379
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Boston, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.6% lower
Child Care
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Food
8.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% lower
Commute
7.7% higher
Health
13.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.0% lower
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