Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Williston, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Williston, North Dakota is 10.2% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $103,281 in Williston, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Williston, North Dakota is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% cheaper in Williston
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Williston, ND
Compared to Philadelphia, Williston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  51.0% lower
  Health
  6.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher