Getting Drunk In Philly Is Expensive, New Report Says

PHILADELPHIA — If there is any case for a Dry January (abstaining from alcohol throughout the month), saving some cash is a good one.

A new study from Addicted.org shows the most expensive cities in the nation to get drunk.

Among the top 20 was Philadelphia.

"It’s no secret that inflation is racking up the drinking bill, prompting Americans all across the country to find unique ways around rising alcohol costs," according to the site. "Whether you’re looking to cut down on the booze for your wallet or your health, there’s no better time than the present to ditch the expensive alcohol and start your New Year off right. Plus, it doesn’t hurt to adopt a new lifestyle that won’t wreak havoc on your finances."

According to the study, Philadelphia is the sixth-costliest city for a night out.

The average cost of a night out in Philadelphia, Addicted.org reports, is $86.45.

Philadelphia was also ranked at No. 14 on the list of cities where you'll save the most money by not consuming alcohol while out.

To drum up the ranks, Addicted.org looked at the 50 most populated cities in the U.S. and ranked them 1 to 50 based on relevant factors.

Those factors were broken down into three categories: expense, tax expense, and consumption.

Each factor was assigned a weight depending on how important it would be when trying to save money and cut out alcohol.

Based on those weights, each city we analyzed was given a score out of 100.

To determine the most expensive cities for a night out, the study looked at factors like an Uber ride to your destination and back, drinks at dinner (either two beers or a half bottle of wine), and two cocktails at the club afterward.

See the full study online here.