Cost of Living Calculator - Merrick, New York vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 29.8% cheaper than Merrick, New York.

You would need a salary of $52,650 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrick, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is cheaper than Merrick, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Tempe
than in Merrick, New York
Merrick, NY vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Merrick, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% lower
  Commute
  37.5% lower
  Health
  26.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% lower

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