salaryPittsburgh is 9% 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
$1,621
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$70,903
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$205,800
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,822
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$114
$182
👥 People living there
304,759
243,821
Commute to work
22.7 min
21.6 min
College degree
49.1%
61.9%
Own their home
47.7%
67%
Below poverty line
20.1%
7.3%
Unemployment
6.1%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Pittsburgh 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 | Pittsburgh | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $75,960 | $102,520 | +35% in Scottsdale |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,470 | $47,530 | +34% in Scottsdale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,060 | $78,080 | +24% in Scottsdale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,550 | $59,180 | -23% in Scottsdale |
| Registered Nurse | $82,370 | $100,830 | +22% in Scottsdale |
| Cashier | $29,470 | $34,920 | +18% in Scottsdale |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,190 | $74,590 | +18% in Scottsdale |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,840 | $35,960 | +17% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Pittsburgh or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Pittsburgh is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,621 a month there versus $2,287 in Scottsdale.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Pittsburgh?
About $65,479 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Pittsburgh or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $70,903 in Pittsburgh and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 41% more in Scottsdale.