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Cost of Living Calculator - Waltham, Massachusetts vs Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 29.6% cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $52,782 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Philadelphia
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Waltham, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
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  29.6% lower
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  Food
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  50.3% higher
  Health
  14.5% higher
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  Personal
  10.6% lower
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