salaryPhoenix is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,893
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,729
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$87,717
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$420,700
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,850
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$96
👥 People living there
1,642,323
681,294
Commute to work
25.6 min
30 min
College degree
33.6%
64.2%
Own their home
57.3%
41.5%
Below poverty line
13.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
5%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Phoenix for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Phoenix | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $156,460 | +59% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $195,190 | +44% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $79,470 | +34% in Washington |
| Accountant | $80,820 | $102,140 | +26% in Washington |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $75,930 | +24% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | $127,040 | +22% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $131,750 | $154,930 | +18% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $71,920 | +18% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Phoenix or Washington cheaper to live in?
Phoenix is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,893 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Phoenix?
About $63,234 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Phoenix or Washington?
The typical household earns $87,717 in Phoenix and $118,495 in Washington, 26% more in Washington.