Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Appleton, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Appleton, Wisconsin is 19.8% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $69,926 in Appleton, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Appleton, Wisconsin is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Appleton
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Appleton, WI
Compared to Philadelphia, Appleton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% lower
      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
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  47.8% lower
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower