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SALINAS vs. PHOENIX
Cost of Living Comparison
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Salinas, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
22.6%
cheaper
than Salinas, California.
You would need a salary of
$102,124
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Salinas, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
51.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.3% higher
Commute
17.4% higher
Health
35.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.9% lower
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