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Cost of Living Calculator - Plainfield, New Jersey vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 12.3% cheaper than Plainfield, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $43,860 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Plainfield, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Plainfield, New Jersey
Plainfield, NJ vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Plainfield, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  12.3% lower
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  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.7% lower
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  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  4.7% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% higher
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