salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,814
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,623
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$66,816
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$243,100
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,003
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$112
$146
👥 People living there
1,579,706
188,065
Commute to work
31.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
35.4%
50%
Own their home
51.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
21.4%
15.8%
Unemployment
8.1%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Philadelphia | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,570 | $47,530 | +30% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,570 | $59,180 | -25% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $78,050 | $61,780 | -21% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $170,660 | $135,670 | -21% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $121,630 | $98,610 | -19% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $74,590 | $61,210 | -18% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $74,860 | $63,750 | -15% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $70,710 | $78,080 | +10% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Philadelphia or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Philadelphia?
About $60,446 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Philadelphia or Tempe?
The typical household earns $66,816 in Philadelphia and $85,917 in Tempe, 22% more in Tempe.