San Antonio, Texas vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 25.4% more expensive than San Antonio, Texas.

You would need a salary of $62,695 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Tempe
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to San Antonio, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.4% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  8.9% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher