salaryPhiladelphia is 7% 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
$2,987
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,696
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$130,411
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$1,100,000
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,234
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$108
$112
👥 People living there
195,240
1,579,706
Commute to work
28.4 min
31.7 min
College degree
49%
35.4%
Own their home
55.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
7.8%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.4%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntington Beach or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,814 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Huntington Beach?
About $55,575 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Huntington Beach or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $130,411 in Huntington Beach and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 95% more in Huntington Beach.
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