Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Midland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Midland, Texas is 35.5% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $32,243 in Midland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Midland, Texas is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Midland
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Midland, TX
Compared to Scottsdale, Midland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.5% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  18.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower