Frederick, Maryland vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 3.8% cheaper than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $245,376 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Frederick, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  44.6% higher
  Health
  20.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher