salaryGlendale is 3% cheaperBased 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
$1,864
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$182
👥 People living there
252,833
243,821
Commute to work
27.7 min
21.6 min
College degree
24.3%
61.9%
Own their home
57.2%
67%
Below poverty line
15.1%
7.3%
Unemployment
5.6%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,287 in Scottsdale.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $61,573 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 34% more in Scottsdale.