Bakersfield, California vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 37.5% more expensive than Bakersfield, California.

You would need a salary of $68,762 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is more expensive than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in Scottsdale
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Bakersfield, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
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  37.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  5.4% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% lower
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