Carson City, Nevada vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 1.7% more expensive than Carson City, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $50,858 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Carson City, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Carson City, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Tempe
than in Carson City, Nevada
Carson City, NV vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Carson City, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher