Manhattan, New York vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 49.1% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $61,030 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Tempe
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Manhattan, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.1% 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
  18.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.7% lower
  Commute
  32.9% lower
  Health
  26.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.0% lower