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PHILADELPHIA vs. RICHMOND
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Richmond, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is
8.5%
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$228,765
in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is
cheaper
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% cheaper in Richmond
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Philadelphia, Richmond is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.5% 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
4.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
39.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.2% lower
Commute
41.2% lower
Health
2.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.1% lower
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