Poway, California vs. Jerome, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jerome, Arizona is 37.3% cheaper than Poway, California.

You would need a salary of $31,361 in Jerome, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Poway, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jerome, Arizona is cheaper than Poway, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Jerome
than in Poway, California
Poway, CA vs. Jerome, AZ
Compared to Poway, Jerome is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.3% 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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% lower
  Commute
  24.5% lower
  Health
  45.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower