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WASHINGTON vs. PHOENIX
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
27.8%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$28
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Washington, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.0% lower
Commute
12.9% lower
Health
3.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.3% lower
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