Chico, California vs. Oro Valley, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oro Valley, Arizona is 2.7% cheaper than Chico, California.

You would need a salary of $72,969 in Oro Valley, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oro Valley, Arizona is cheaper than Chico, California
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
29% cheaper in Oro Valley
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs. Oro Valley, AZ
Compared to Chico, Oro Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  23.1% higher
  Health
  29.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower