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Overall prices in the Philadelphia, PA metro were 102.6 vs 94.7 in San Antonio, TX in 2024 (US = 100), so Philadelphia is 8.3% more expensive than San Antonio; housing rents differ by 20% (113.1 vs 94.6). A $75,000 income in Philadelphia buys about what $69,268 buys in San Antonio, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Philadelphia | San Antonio | Philadelphia vs San Antonio |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 102.6 | 94.7 | +8.3% |
| Goods | 96.8 | 93.8 | +3.3% |
| Housing (rents) | 113.1 | 94.6 | +19.6% |
| Utilities | 114.4 | 82.2 | +39.2% |
| Other services | 103.1 | 96.2 | +7.1% |
| All items, 2008 | 106.4 | 96.1 | +10.7% |
| $50,000 in Philadelphia equals in San Antonio | $46,179 | ||
| $100,000 in Philadelphia equals in San Antonio | $92,357 | ||
| $150,000 in Philadelphia equals in San Antonio | $138,536 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.