Cost of Living Calculator - Phoenix, Arizona vs Madison, California


The cost of living in Madison, California is 4.1% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $72,898 in Madison, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, California is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
68% more expensive in Madison
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs Madison, CA
Compared to Phoenix, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  14.5% lower
  Health
  17.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher

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