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
$1,901
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$112
👥 People living there
487,887
1,579,706
Commute to work
22.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
42.7%
35.4%
Own their home
60.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
9%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $170,660 | +61% in Philadelphia |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,140 | $78,570 | +29% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $74,590 | +26% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $60,510 | $74,860 | +24% in Philadelphia |
| Firefighter | $63,110 | $78,050 | +24% in Philadelphia |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $36,570 | -21% in Philadelphia |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $105,050 | -18% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $100,820 | -15% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
About $61,100 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 37% more in Colorado Springs.
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