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GULF SHORES vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Gulf Shores, Alabama vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
3.7%
more expensive
than Gulf Shores, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$51,826
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Gulf Shores, Alabama
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
84% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Gulf Shores, AL vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Gulf Shores, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
41.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.5% higher
Commute
84.5% higher
Health
11.6% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
13.5% higher
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