Cost of Living Calculator - Isla Vista, California vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 42.1% cheaper than Isla Vista, California.

You would need a salary of $43,420 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Isla Vista, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is cheaper than Isla Vista, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Tempe
than in Isla Vista, California
Isla Vista, CA vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Isla Vista, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.1% 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
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  20.4% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower

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