Independence, Oregon vs. Payson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Payson, Arizona is 4.4% cheaper than Independence, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $47,816 in Payson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Payson, Arizona is cheaper than Independence, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% cheaper in Payson
than in Independence, Oregon
Independence, OR vs. Payson, AZ
Compared to Independence, Payson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.3% higher
  Commute
  29.3% lower
  Health
  15.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower