Phoenix, Arizona vs. Montrose, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montrose, Colorado is 13.1% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $43,468 in Montrose, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Colorado is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% cheaper in Montrose
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Montrose, CO
Compared to Phoenix, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  41.1% lower
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower