Alhambra, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 34.8% cheaper than Alhambra, California.

You would need a salary of $32,623 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Alhambra, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Alhambra, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Alhambra, California
Alhambra, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Alhambra, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.8% lower
      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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  6.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower