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Overall prices in the Philadelphia, PA metro were 102.6 vs 110.4 in San Jose, CA in 2024 (US = 100), so Philadelphia is 7.1% less expensive than San Jose; housing rents differ by 47% (113.1 vs 211.9). A $75,000 income in Philadelphia buys about what $80,755 buys in San Jose, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Philadelphia | San Jose | Philadelphia vs San Jose |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 102.6 | 110.4 | -7.1% |
| Goods | 96.8 | 105.2 | -7.9% |
| Housing (rents) | 113.1 | 211.9 | -46.6% |
| Utilities | 114.4 | 156.7 | -27.0% |
| Other services | 103.1 | 100.3 | +2.8% |
| All items, 2008 | 106.4 | 119.3 | -10.8% |
| $50,000 in Philadelphia equals in San Jose | $53,837 | ||
| $100,000 in Philadelphia equals in San Jose | $107,673 | ||
| $150,000 in Philadelphia equals in San Jose | $161,510 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.