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Cost of Living Calculator - San Diego, California vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 34.5% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $62,194 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to San Diego, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  34.5% lower
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  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.2% lower
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  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  14.7% higher
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  Personal
  6.3% higher
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