salaryPhiladelphia is 10% 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
$2,109
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$112
👥 People living there
185,604
1,579,706
Commute to work
26.1 min
31.7 min
College degree
40.8%
35.4%
Own their home
54.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.3%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale 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 | Fort Lauderdale | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $78,570 | +35% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $74,860 | +30% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $74,590 | +27% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $100,820 | +22% in Philadelphia |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,010 | $46,220 | +22% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $61,780 | +20% in Philadelphia |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $47,070 | +19% in Philadelphia |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $99,410 | +19% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,814 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $53,903 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 34% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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