salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$112
👥 People living there
505,268
1,579,706
Commute to work
26.5 min
31.7 min
College degree
59.2%
35.4%
Own their home
46.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
16.9%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta 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 | Atlanta | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $36,570 | +98% in Philadelphia |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $78,050 | +65% in Philadelphia |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $89,580 | +47% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $58,380 | $74,860 | +28% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $58,650 | $74,590 | +27% in Philadelphia |
| Lawyer | $138,210 | $170,660 | +23% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $50,680 | $61,780 | +22% in Philadelphia |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $135,640 | +21% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Philadelphia cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $61,497 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 38% more in Atlanta.