Phoenix, Arizona vs. Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 62.1% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $134,541 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Phoenix, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  188.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  40.2% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  4.4% higher
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