Newton, Massachusetts vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 47.7% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $39,214 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Newton, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.7% 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
  17.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  18.6% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% lower