Palm Desert, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 12.0% cheaper than Palm Desert, California.

You would need a salary of $44,008 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Palm Desert, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
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  12.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  6.3% lower
  Health
  6.0% higher
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  Personal
  4.8% lower
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