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CARLSBAD vs. SCOTTSDALE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Carlsbad, California vs. Scottsdale, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is
27.6%
cheaper
than Carlsbad, California.
You would need a salary of
$86,840
in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Carlsbad, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is
cheaper
than Carlsbad, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Scottsdale
than in Carlsbad, California
Carlsbad, CA vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Carlsbad, Scottsdale is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% higher
Commute
13.1% lower
Health
3.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.3% lower
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