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
$1,619
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$112
👥 People living there
573,243
1,579,706
Commute to work
29.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
36.1%
35.4%
Own their home
47.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
19.7%
21.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $170,660 | +29% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $63,200 | $74,860 | +18% in Philadelphia |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $89,580 | +17% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $74,590 | +14% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $100,820 | -13% in Philadelphia |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,850 | $47,070 | +10% in Philadelphia |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,770 | $46,220 | +8% in Philadelphia |
| Pharmacist | $138,110 | $148,740 | +8% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
About $58,890 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 0% more in Baltimore.
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