DeSoto, Texas vs. Surprise, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surprise, Arizona is 4.5% more expensive than DeSoto, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,233 in Surprise, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in DeSoto, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surprise, Arizona is more expensive than DeSoto, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Surprise
than in DeSoto, Texas
Desoto, TX vs. Surprise, AZ
Compared to Desoto, Surprise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  14.1% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower