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SEATTLE vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Seattle, Washington vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
37.4%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$43,802
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Seattle, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
37.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
78.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
56.5% higher
Commute
3.2% higher
Health
15.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% lower
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