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
$3,405
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$112
👥 People living there
311,690
1,579,706
Commute to work
24.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
70.6%
35.4%
Own their home
44.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
10.8%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine 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 | Irvine | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $89,580 | -27% in Philadelphia |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,180 | -25% in Philadelphia |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $78,570 | -23% in Philadelphia |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $78,050 | -20% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $61,780 | -18% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $100,820 | -18% in Philadelphia |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $133,040 | -17% in Philadelphia |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $135,640 | -16% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,814 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $54,182 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 121% more in Irvine.