Topeka, Indiana vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 19.2% more expensive than Topeka, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $59,594 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Topeka, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Topeka, Indiana
Topeka, IN vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Topeka, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.2% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  65.6% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher