salaryFayetteville is 11% 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
$1,530
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$112
👥 People living there
210,815
1,579,706
Commute to work
19.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
29%
35.4%
Own their home
47.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
17.7%
21.4%
Unemployment
7.9%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $78,050 | +112% in Philadelphia |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $89,580 | +86% in Philadelphia |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $170,660 | +58% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $74,860 | +45% in Philadelphia |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | $78,570 | +45% in Philadelphia |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $79,420 | +38% in Philadelphia |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $47,070 | +34% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $61,780 | +32% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $1,814 in Philadelphia.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $66,899 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 6% more in Philadelphia.
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