Cost of Living in Arizona
Cost of Living in Arizona | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 20% higher |
Utilities (Monthly) | 2% lower |
Food | 2% higher |
Healthcare | 4% lower |
Transportation | 0% |
Goods & Services | 1% higher |
The cost of living in Arizona is 6% higher than the national average. Housing is 20% higher than the national average, while utilities are 2% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 1% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 1% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 4% lower in Arizona compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 1% higher.
The Cost of Living in Arizona Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Lake Havasu City, AZ | 22% higher | 30% higher |
Scottsdale, AZ | 7% higher | 13% higher |
Phoenix, AZ | 2% lower | 4% higher |
Tucson City, AZ | 2% lower | 4% higher |
Surprise, AZ | 7% lower | 1% lower |