Cost of Living Calculator - Phoenix, Arizona vs Plainview, New York


The cost of living in Plainview, New York is 52.9% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $76,450 in Plainview, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plainview, New York is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Plainview
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs Plainview, NY
Compared to Phoenix, Plainview is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.9% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  151.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.8% higher
  Commute
  45.6% higher
  Health
  36.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher

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