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MERIDIAN vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Meridian, Idaho vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
11.4%
cheaper
than Meridian, Idaho.
You would need a salary of
$124,051
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Meridian, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
52.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.3% higher
Commute
57.0% higher
Health
1.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.7% higher
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