South Bend, Indiana vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 44.9% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $144,933 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
155% more expensive in Phoenix
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to South Bend, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.9% 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
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  252.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  52.7% higher
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher