salaryPhoenix is 8% cheaperBased 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
$1,867
$1,893
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,573
$1,729
💵 Families earn per year
$56,147
$87,717
🔑 Buying a house
$373,700
$420,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$7,262
$1,850
⚡ Electric bill per month
$143
$181
👥 People living there
310,178
1,642,323
Commute to work
32.6 min
25.6 min
College degree
19.7%
33.6%
Own their home
24.4%
57.3%
Below poverty line
23.4%
13.7%
Unemployment
11.6%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Newark for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Phoenix for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Newark | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $106,420 | $61,780 | -42% in Phoenix |
| Elementary School Teacher | $96,900 | $59,180 | -39% in Phoenix |
| Operations Manager | $157,000 | $98,610 | -37% in Phoenix |
| Lawyer | $208,880 | $135,670 | -35% in Phoenix |
| Market Research Analyst | $100,520 | $74,590 | -26% in Phoenix |
| Accountant | $105,650 | $80,820 | -24% in Phoenix |
| Electrician | $79,020 | $61,210 | -23% in Phoenix |
| HVAC Technician | $77,990 | $61,170 | -22% in Phoenix |
Frequently asked questions
Is Newark or Phoenix cheaper to live in?
Phoenix is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,893 a month there versus $1,867 in Newark.
What salary do I need in Phoenix to match $60,000 in Newark?
About $55,071 a year gives the same standard of living in Phoenix.
Where do people earn more, Newark or Phoenix?
The typical household earns $56,147 in Newark and $87,717 in Phoenix, 36% more in Phoenix.