Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, South Dakota vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 31.6% more expensive than Madison, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $81,579 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Madison, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
125% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Madison, South Dakota
Madison, SD vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Madison, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% higher
  Commute
  125.2% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher

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