Sandpoint, Idaho vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 10.1% more expensive than Sandpoint, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $63,840 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Sandpoint, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
61% more expensive in Tempe
than in Sandpoint, Idaho
Sandpoint, ID vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Sandpoint, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.5% higher
  Commute
  61.3% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher