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SCOTTSDALE vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
71.6%
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$171,589
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
71.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
12.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
193.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.8% lower
Commute
44.9% higher
Health
24.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.9% higher
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