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Cost of Living Calculator - Rochester, New York vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 26.2% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $883,411 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
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• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Rochester, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  26.2% higher
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  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  56.6% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
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  Personal
  4.3% higher
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