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COLUMBUS vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Columbus, Ohio vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
21.5%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$425,313
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
57% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Columbus, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.5% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
3.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.5% higher
Commute
57.5% higher
Health
14.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
21.3% higher
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