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
$1,649
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$182
👥 People living there
427,246
243,821
Commute to work
22 min
21.6 min
College degree
55.5%
61.9%
Own their home
47.7%
67%
Below poverty line
16%
7.3%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis 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 | Minneapolis | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,920 | $47,530 | +83% in Scottsdale |
| Firefighter | $39,350 | $61,780 | +57% in Scottsdale |
| Plumber | $101,630 | $63,750 | -37% in Scottsdale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,730 | $59,180 | -26% in Scottsdale |
| Electrician | $81,890 | $61,210 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| Market Research Analyst | $97,910 | $74,590 | -24% in Scottsdale |
| HVAC Technician | $77,490 | $61,170 | -21% in Scottsdale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,660 | $78,080 | +19% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?
About $59,138 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 27% more in Scottsdale.
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