Cost of Living in Arizona
The cost of living in Arizona is 8% higher than the national average
| Cost of Living in Arizona | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 22% higher |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 5% higher |
| Food | 2% higher |
| Healthcare | 4% lower |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Goods & Services | 4% higher |
Summary
The cost of living in Arizona is 8% higher than the national average. Housing is 22% higher than the national average, while utilities are 5% higher. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 2% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 4% 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 4% higher.
The Cost of Living in Arizona Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
This is how much pricier or cheaper it is to live in Arizona’s 8 largest cities compared to the national average.
The cost of living in Arizona varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Arizona is Lake Havasu City, where the cost of living is 16% higher compared to the state average and 26% higher than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Arizona is Sierra Vista, with a cost of living 15% lower below the state average and 8% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 16% higher | 26% higher |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 6% higher | 14% higher |
| Gilbert, AZ | 4% higher | 12% higher |
| Phoenix, AZ | 1% lower | 7% higher |
| Surprise, AZ | 4% lower | 3% higher |
| Tucson, AZ | 5% lower | 3% higher |
| Bullhead City, AZ | 14% lower | 7% lower |
| Sierra Vista, AZ | 15% lower | 8% lower |