salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,814
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$176
👥 People living there
1,579,706
290,594
Commute to work
31.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
35.4%
60.5%
Own their home
51.8%
56.9%
Below poverty line
21.4%
6.8%
Unemployment
8.1%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,570 | $24,160 | -34% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $61,780 | $48,740 | -21% in Plano |
| Electrician | $74,590 | $59,010 | -21% in Plano |
| Plumber | $74,860 | $61,250 | -18% in Plano |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $65,070 | -17% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $64,900 | -17% in Plano |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,220 | $38,530 | -17% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,050 | $122,520 | +17% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Plano cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Philadelphia?
About $60,314 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Plano?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $121,065 in Plano, 45% more in Plano.