salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Petersburg to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,814
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,875
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$81,095
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$371,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$2,463
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$175
👥 People living there
1,579,706
262,732
Commute to work
31.7 min
25.6 min
College degree
35.4%
42.6%
Own their home
51.8%
62.8%
Below poverty line
21.4%
12.5%
Unemployment
8.1%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick St. Petersburg for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | St. Petersburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $74,860 | $52,000 | -31% in St. Petersburg |
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $127,490 | -25% in St. Petersburg |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $59,660 | -24% in St. Petersburg |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $60,120 | -23% in St. Petersburg |
| Electrician | $74,590 | $57,450 | -23% in St. Petersburg |
| HVAC Technician | $64,580 | $50,540 | -22% in St. Petersburg |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,220 | $37,470 | -19% in St. Petersburg |
| Carpenter | $61,780 | $52,130 | -16% in St. Petersburg |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or St. Petersburg cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia and St. Petersburg cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Petersburg to match $60,000 in Philadelphia?
About $59,026 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Petersburg.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or St. Petersburg?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $81,095 in St. Petersburg, 18% more in St. Petersburg.
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