Cost of Living Calculator - Alfred, Maine vs Scottsdale, Arizona


The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 38.3% more expensive than Alfred, Maine.

You would need a salary of $69,163 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Alfred, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is more expensive than Alfred, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Scottsdale
than in Alfred, Maine
Alfred, ME vs Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Alfred, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.3% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  100.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  11.4% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower

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