Louisville, Kentucky vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 17.1% more expensive than Louisville, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $58,528 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Louisville, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Louisville, Kentucky
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Louisville, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% higher
      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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.1% higher
  Commute
  37.5% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher