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PHILADELPHIA vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
14.8%
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$34,095
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Philadelphia, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.2% lower
Commute
33.0% lower
Health
20.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.1% lower
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