Salem, Oregon vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 38.9% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $69,434 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Scottsdale
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Salem, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.9% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.1% higher
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher