Virginia Beach, Virginia vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 5.2% more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $57,875 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Virginia Beach, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  20.3% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower