Akron, Ohio vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 57.8% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $135,678 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
289% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Akron, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.8% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  259.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  46.8% higher
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher