salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,814
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$182
👥 People living there
1,579,706
243,821
Commute to work
31.7 min
21.6 min
College degree
35.4%
61.9%
Own their home
51.8%
67%
Below poverty line
21.4%
7.3%
Unemployment
8.1%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,570 | $47,530 | +30% in Scottsdale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $59,180 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $61,780 | -21% in Scottsdale |
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $135,670 | -21% in Scottsdale |
| Operations Manager | $121,630 | $98,610 | -19% in Scottsdale |
| Electrician | $74,590 | $61,210 | -18% in Scottsdale |
| Plumber | $74,860 | $63,750 | -15% in Scottsdale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $70,710 | $78,080 | +10% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia and Scottsdale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Philadelphia?
About $60,446 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 44% more in Scottsdale.
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