Allen, Texas vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 4.1% more expensive than Allen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,033 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Allen, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
20% more expensive in Tempe
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Allen, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  20.4% higher
  Health
  8.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher