Lancaster, Texas vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 10.9% more expensive than Lancaster, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,459 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Lancaster, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Lancaster, Texas
Lancaster, TX vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Lancaster, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  3.4% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower