salaryMontgomery is 14% 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
$1,304
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$112
👥 People living there
197,494
1,579,706
Commute to work
20.7 min
31.7 min
College degree
33.8%
35.4%
Own their home
54.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
21.5%
21.4%
Unemployment
6.4%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $89,580 | +85% in Philadelphia |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $100,820 | +68% in Philadelphia |
| Firefighter | $48,780 | $78,050 | +60% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $74,590 | +49% in Philadelphia |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $36,570 | +39% in Philadelphia |
| Lawyer | $125,290 | $170,660 | +36% in Philadelphia |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $135,640 | +33% in Philadelphia |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $64,580 | +33% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,814 in Philadelphia.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $68,612 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 8% more in Philadelphia.
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