Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Desert Hot Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Desert Hot Springs, California is 22.9% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $38,572 in Desert Hot Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Desert Hot Springs, California is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Desert Hot Springs
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Desert Hot Springs, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, Desert Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
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  22.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  32.1% higher
  Health
  5.6% lower
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  Personal
  5.3% higher
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