Phoenix, Arizona vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 33.0% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $126,375 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Renton
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Phoenix, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.0% higher
      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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.3% lower
  Commute
  21.2% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher