Portland, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 17.8% more expensive than Portland, Texas.

You would need a salary of $117,846 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Portland, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
68% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Portland, Texas
Portland, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Portland, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% higher
      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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  68.5% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% higher

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