Independence, Missouri vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 31.7% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $126,428 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Tempe
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Independence, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  17.1% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower