Dayton, Ohio vs. Surprise, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Surprise, Arizona is 51.3% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $75,668 in Surprise, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surprise, Arizona is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
295% more expensive in Surprise
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Surprise, AZ
Compared to Dayton, Surprise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.3% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  414.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  28.9% higher
  Health
  2.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower