Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 1.7% more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $50,844 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
56% more expensive in Renton
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Scottsdale, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.7% lower
  Commute
  30.9% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.9% higher