Altadena, California vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 29.3% cheaper than Altadena, California.

You would need a salary of $35,373 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Altadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is cheaper than Altadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Scottsdale
than in Altadena, California
Altadena, CA vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Altadena, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.3% lower
      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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  31.5% lower
  Health
  6.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower