Renton, Washington vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 24.8% cheaper than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $67,656 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Renton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Renton, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.8% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.4% higher
  Commute
  17.5% lower
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower