United States
Cost of Living in Philadelphia, PA
Monthly Total
$3,395
$59,413
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,523
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$62
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,523
$26,653
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$296
$5,180
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$241
$4,218
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$330
$5,775
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$355
$6,213
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$80
$1,400
Monthly Total
$3,395
$59,413
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