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
$2,279
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,180
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$94,293
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$806,600
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,151
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$112
👥 People living there
455,548
1,579,706
Commute to work
29.9 min
31.7 min
College degree
35.6%
35.4%
Own their home
41.2%
51.8%
Below poverty line
14.8%
21.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Long Beach 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 | Long Beach | 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 Long Beach or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,814 a month there versus $2,279 in Long Beach.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Long Beach?
About $54,182 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Long Beach or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $94,293 in Long Beach and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 41% more in Long Beach.
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