Redmond, Washington vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 26.4% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $36,782 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Scottsdale
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Redmond, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  43.6% higher
  Commute
  14.6% lower
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower