salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Phoenix to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,065
$1,893
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,729
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$87,717
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$420,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$1,850
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$181
👥 People living there
718,877
1,642,323
Commute to work
24.9 min
25.6 min
College degree
56.5%
33.6%
Own their home
48.8%
57.3%
Below poverty line
11.2%
13.7%
Unemployment
4.9%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Phoenix for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $98,610 | -31% in Phoenix |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $61,780 | -30% in Phoenix |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $74,590 | -25% in Phoenix |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $135,670 | -24% in Phoenix |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $59,180 | -23% in Phoenix |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $47,530 | +20% in Phoenix |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $80,820 | -19% in Phoenix |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $103,770 | -19% in Phoenix |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Phoenix cheaper to live in?
Denver and Phoenix cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Phoenix to match $60,000 in Denver?
About $58,601 a year gives the same standard of living in Phoenix.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Phoenix?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $87,717 in Phoenix, 16% more in Denver.