Independence, Kentucky vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 52.6% more expensive than Independence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $90,019 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is more expensive than Independence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
161% more expensive in Scottsdale
than in Independence, Kentucky
Independence, KY vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Independence, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.6% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  152.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  4.7% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher