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LOS ANGELES vs. PHOENIX
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Los Angeles, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
38.3%
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California.
You would need a salary of
$18,507
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Los Angeles, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.6% higher
Commute
28.7% lower
Health
2.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% lower
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