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Cost of Living Calculator - Jersey City, New Jersey vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 27.3% cheaper than Jersey City, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $29,086 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Jersey City, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Jersey City, New Jersey
Jersey City, NJ vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Jersey City, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  27.3% lower
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  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.4% lower
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  7.7% lower
  Health
  2.5% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% higher
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