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
$1,988
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$112
👥 People living there
219,215
1,579,706
Commute to work
30.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
21.2%
35.4%
Own their home
58.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
13.3%
21.4%
Unemployment
7.2%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $101,180 | -24% in Philadelphia |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $78,570 | -23% in Philadelphia |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $135,700 | -22% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,910 | $100,820 | -19% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $63,280 | $74,860 | +18% in Philadelphia |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | $135,640 | -18% in Philadelphia |
| Operations Manager | $104,330 | $121,630 | +17% in Philadelphia |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $61,780 | -16% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Modesto 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 Modesto?
About $59,104 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 29% more in Modesto.