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PHOENIX vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Phoenix, Arizona vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
124.5%
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$246,918
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
199% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Phoenix, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
124.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
19.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
476.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.2% lower
Commute
34.2% higher
Health
24.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.4% higher
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