salaryPeoria 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
$2,185
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$182
👥 People living there
196,906
243,821
Commute to work
28.2 min
21.6 min
College degree
36.3%
61.9%
Own their home
76%
67%
Below poverty line
8.4%
7.3%
Unemployment
4%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria 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 Peoria or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Peoria is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,185 a month there versus $2,287 in Scottsdale.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $61,573 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 14% more in Scottsdale.