Williamsburg, Virginia vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 4.7% more expensive than Williamsburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $48,156 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Williamsburg, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
103% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Williamsburg, Virginia
Williamsburg, VA vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Williamsburg, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  103.0% higher
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% higher