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SCOTTSDALE vs. PALM DESERT
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Palm Desert, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is
13.2%
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$108,562
in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Palm Desert
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, Palm Desert is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
24.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% higher
Commute
15.2% higher
Health
5.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% higher
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