Springfield, Missouri vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 28.4% more expensive than Springfield, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $96,271 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Springfield, Missouri
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, MO vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Springfield, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% 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
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  71.0% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher