salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,649
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$112
👥 People living there
427,246
1,579,706
Commute to work
22 min
31.7 min
College degree
55.5%
35.4%
Own their home
47.7%
51.8%
Below poverty line
16%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Minneapolis | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $39,350 | $78,050 | +98% in Philadelphia |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,920 | $36,570 | +41% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $101,630 | $74,860 | -26% in Philadelphia |
| Market Research Analyst | $97,910 | $79,420 | -19% in Philadelphia |
| Operations Manager | $103,570 | $121,630 | +17% in Philadelphia |
| HVAC Technician | $77,490 | $64,580 | -17% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | $61,780 | -17% in Philadelphia |
| Medical Assistant | $52,570 | $45,890 | -13% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Minneapolis and Philadelphia cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Minneapolis?
About $58,702 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 30% more in Minneapolis.
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