Gary, Indiana vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 49.1% more expensive than Gary, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $74,554 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Gary, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Gary, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
420% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Gary, Indiana
Gary, IN vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Gary, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.1% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  409.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower