Cost of Living Calculator - Alton, Texas vs Phoenix, Arizona


The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 42.5% more expensive than Alton, Texas.

You would need a salary of $106,849 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Alton, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
175% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Alton, Texas
Alton, TX vs Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Alton, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.5% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% higher
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% higher

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