Cost of Living in South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

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1%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
3%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index South Philadelphia Philadelphia Pennsylvania
Cost of living10110297
Groceries105105100
Health care10110199
Housing979990
Transportation106106101
Utilities999999
Lifestyle & Entertainment110110100
Household Items999999
Education & Childcare102102101
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in South Philadelphia is 5% higher than the Philadelphia average
  • The cost of living in South Philadelphia is 1% higher than the national average
  • South Philadelphia housing is 3% lower than the national average
  • Pennsylvania general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Pennsylvania state income tax is 18% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$66,461$5,538$1,551$1,994

      Pennsylvania Sales Tax

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      Pennsylvania 6% 8%

      Pennsylvania Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Pennsylvania 3.07% 3.07%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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