Valley Center, California vs. Sedona, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sedona, Arizona is 12.0% cheaper than Valley Center, California.

You would need a salary of $43,990 in Sedona, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Valley Center, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sedona, Arizona is cheaper than Valley Center, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% cheaper in Sedona
than in Valley Center, California
Valley Center, CA vs. Sedona, AZ
Compared to Valley Center, Sedona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  40.0% lower
  Health
  45.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower