Downey, California vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 31.1% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $34,426 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Downey, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% lower
      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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher