Downey, California vs. Avondale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Avondale, Arizona is 31.9% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $34,066 in Avondale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Avondale, Arizona is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Avondale
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. Avondale, AZ
Compared to Downey, Avondale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  35.6% lower
  Health
  2.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower

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