HEAD TO HEAD
Philadelphia vs Scranton
Philadelphia leads Scranton on 3 of 5 factors — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
Philadelphia, PA
wins 3 of 5 factors
Scranton, PA
wins 2 of 5 factors
Match scores, side by side
| Factor | Philadelphia | Scranton |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable to buy | 81 | 92 ◆ |
| Affordable to rent | 61 | 81 ◆ |
| Climate comfort | 59 ◆ | 36 |
| Plenty of sunshine | 45 ◆ | 33 |
| Big-city amenities | 99 ◆ | 76 |
By the numbers
| Figure | Philadelphia | Scranton |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $390K | $228K |
| Typical rent | $1,914/mo | $1,358/mo |
| Average temperature | 12.1°C | 8.3°C |
| Sunshine (solar energy) | 4.07 kWh/m²/day | 3.67 kWh/m²/day |
| Metro size rank (US) | #7 | #101 |
Home & rent Zillow, May 2026 · climate & sunshine NASA POWER climatology. Scores are normalised 0–100 across all metros; higher is better. A research aid, not advice.