Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, District of Columbia vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 25.2% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $59,814 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Tempe
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Washington, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% lower

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