Richland, Washington vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 8.5% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $357,979 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Richland, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.5% higher
  Commute
  47.9% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher