Elgin, Illinois vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 14.6% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $50,437 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Elgin, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  56.1% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.7% higher
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