salaryPhiladelphia is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$112
👥 People living there
236,254
1,579,706
Commute to work
26.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
77.1%
35.4%
Own their home
41.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
21.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $121,630 | -22% in Philadelphia |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $36,570 | -21% in Philadelphia |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $105,050 | -17% in Philadelphia |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $78,050 | +17% in Philadelphia |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $85,990 | -16% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $100,820 | -15% in Philadelphia |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $133,040 | -14% in Philadelphia |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $170,660 | -13% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,814 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,512 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 129% more in Arlington.
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