Waco, Texas vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 33.1% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $37 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
96% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Waco, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% 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
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% higher
  Commute
  96.3% higher
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% higher