Cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States compared to Łódź, Poland
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| Food | + 162% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 162% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $15 (56 zł) | 20 zł | + 178% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $6.00 (22 zł) | 17 zł | + 30% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $4.86 (18 zł) | 8 zł | + 113% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $1.06 (3.93 zł) | 2.49 zł | + 58% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $2.30 (9 zł) | 6 zł | + 37% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $4.84 (18 zł) | 5.07 zł | + 254% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $6 (24 zł) | 17 zł | + 37% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $4.68 (17 zł) | 2.80 zł | + 519% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $2.06 (8 zł) | 2.51 zł | + 204% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $2.39 (9 zł) | 2.81 zł | + 215% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $16 (57 zł) | 20 zł | + 187% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $2.63 (10 zł) | 5.29 zł | + 84% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $2.75 (10 zł) | 2.05 zł | + 398% | |
| Housing | + 254% | |||
| Housing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 254% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $2,763 (10,242 zł) | 2,325 zł | + 341% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $1,729 (6,411 zł) | 1,671 zł | + 284% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $149 (554 zł) | 519 zł | + 7% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $1,569 (5,816 zł) | 1,175 zł | + 395% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $978 (3,626 zł) | 844 zł | + 330% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $75 (277 zł) | 275 zł | + 1% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $52 (194 zł) | 47 zł | + 312% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $360 (1,336 zł) | 1,789 zł | - 25% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $98 (362 zł) | 419 zł | - 14% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $11 (42 zł) | 20 zł | + 108% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $22 (81 zł) | 16 zł | + 423% | |
| Clothes | - 5% | |||
| Clothes in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 5% cheaper than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $38 (142 zł) | 275 zł | - 48% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $32 (120 zł) | 113 zł | + 7% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $78 (290 zł) | 277 zł | + 4% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $112 (414 zł) | 303 zł | + 37% | |
| Transportation | + 119% | |||
| Transportation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 119% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $22,000 (81,565 zł) | 65,000 zł | + 25% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.66 (2.45 zł) | 5.26 zł | - 53% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $94 (349 zł) | 75 zł | + 365% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | $15 (56 zł) | 26 zł | + 114% | |
| Personal Care | + 117% | |||
| Personal Care in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 117% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $5.38 (20 zł) | 14 zł | + 45% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $23 (85 zł) | 26 zł | + 228% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $88 (327 zł) | 100 zł | + 227% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $6 (23 zł) | 16 zł | + 40% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.63 (13 zł) | 12 zł | + 16% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $4.44 (16 zł) | 11 zł | + 46% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $3.23 (12 zł) | 4.65 zł | + 157% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $1.42 (5.28 zł) | 7 zł | - 22% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $21 (77 zł) | 28 zł | + 174% | |
| Entertainment | + 91% | |||
| Entertainment in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 91% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $43 (159 zł) | 63 zł | + 154% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $24 (89 zł) | 44 zł | + 102% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $227 (842 zł) | 115 zł | + 629% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $60 (222 zł) | 90 zł | + 147% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $12 (45 zł) | 16 zł | + 184% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $3.54 (13 zł) | 6 zł | + 103% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $4.00 (15 zł) | 6.00 zł | + 147% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | $428 (1,588 zł) | 2,100 zł | - 24% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | $0.10 (0.37 zł) | 0.29 zł | + 28% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $39 (143 zł) | 108 zł | + 33% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $9 (33 zł) | 13 zł | + 159% | |
| TOTAL | + 147% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 878 prices entered by 178 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 24, 2018.
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Cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States) is 147% more expensive than in Łódź (Poland)
For example, you would need at least 17,531 zł
($4,729)
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
7,100 zł
in Łódź.
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