Cost of Living in Philadelphia County, PA

What does it cost to live in Philadelphia County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$57,537

Median Rent

$1,250/mo

Median Home

$215,500

Affordability

364

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,090
Property Tax$154
Insurance$72

Total Monthly$1,316
% of Income27.4%

Renting

Median Rent$1,250
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,275
% of Income26.1%

Living in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia County has a median household income of $57,537 with housing costs that represent 27.4% of income for owners and 26.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.