salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$182
👥 People living there
2,711,226
243,821
Commute to work
33.1 min
21.6 min
College degree
44.3%
61.9%
Own their home
46%
67%
Below poverty line
16.8%
7.3%
Unemployment
8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $47,530 | +52% in Scottsdale |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $61,210 | -40% in Scottsdale |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $63,750 | -38% in Scottsdale |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $61,780 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $60,320 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $59,180 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $61,170 | -22% in Scottsdale |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $85,050 | -21% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Chicago and Scottsdale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $59,838 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 30% more in Scottsdale.