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SCOTTSDALE vs. PHOENIX
Cost of Living Comparison
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
23.6%
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$38,221
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Scottsdale, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
49.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.6% lower
Commute
8.0% higher
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% lower
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