Denton, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 7.9% more expensive than Denton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $113,309 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Denton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Denton, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
58% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Denton, Texas
Denton, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Denton, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  58.9% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.8% higher