Salary Breakdown for Philadelphia
The median individual income in Philadelphia is $32,560 per year, which works out to approximately $2,713/month or $15.65/hour for full-time workers. The median household income is $52,649.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
Philadelphia's cost of living index is 102 (national average = 100). The median salary of $32,560 in Philadelphia has the purchasing power of approximately $31,922 at the national average cost of living. Philadelphia is roughly in line with the national average, making it a balanced option for salary vs expenses.
Top Employers in Philadelphia
- University of Pennsylvania
- Comcast
- UPMC
Major Industries in Philadelphia
- Healthcare
- Education
- Biotech
How Philadelphia Compares to Pennsylvania
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Cost of Living in Philadelphia
See a detailed breakdown of housing, groceries, utilities, and more on our cost of living in Philadelphia page.
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