Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 44.2% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $72,496 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Abilene
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Scottsdale, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.2% 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
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  26.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower