Converse, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 17.2% more expensive than Converse, Texas.

You would need a salary of $58,594 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Converse, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Converse, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Converse, Texas
Converse, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Converse, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  41.6% higher
  Health
  6.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% higher