Moving from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
Your Complete Guide
105
Miles
1.9 hrs
Drive Time
I-95 North / I-80 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Philadelphia, PA
New York, NY
Cost of Living Index
102
187
Median Home Price
$250,000
$680,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$3,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$155
$180
Grocery Index
104
116
State Transition Guide: Pennsylvania → New York
Moving from Pennsylvania to New York? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in New York
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in New York
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About New York
- NYC has additional city income taxes up to 3.88%
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- Upstate and downstate have dramatically different costs of living
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 105 miles via I-95 North / I-80 East, taking about 1.9 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.