Cost of living in Phoenix, AZ

Cost of living breakdown for Phoenix, AZ.

Overall index
108
Rent
110
Home price
118
Utilities
103

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Phoenix, AZ

Latitude: 33.4484

Longitude: -112.074

Cost breakdown by category

100 represents the estimated US average. Values are illustrative and intended for comparison only.

CategoryIndexNotes
Overall108Blended index across major categories
Rent110Typical monthly rent for comparable housing
Home price118Estimated purchase prices
Utilities103Electricity, gas, water, basic internet
Groceries104Everyday food and household items
Transportation106Gas, transit passes, basic car costs
Healthcare103Routine care and insurance estimates

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Estimate monthly costs in Phoenix, AZ using the overall index of 108.

Estimated monthly cost

$4,212

Remaining amount

$2,788

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Frequently asked questions

What does the overall cost-of-living index for Phoenix mean?
An index of 108 means costs in Phoenix are approximately 8% higher than the US average baseline of 100.
How should I use rent and home price indices in Phoenix?
Use these numbers as directional planning inputs, then verify with live listings and local professionals.
Are these numbers a quote or financial advice?
No. These are educational estimates and should be paired with current market research.

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Cost of Living Analysis: Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix features a calculated overall cost-of-living index of 108, which is 8% above the U.S. baseline. Category cost indexes include rental housing at 110 (10% above the U.S. baseline), median home prices at 118 (18% above the U.S. baseline), utilities at 103 (3% above the U.S. baseline), groceries at 104 (4% above the U.S. baseline), public/private transit at 106 (6% above the U.S. baseline), and local healthcare services at 103 (3% above the U.S. baseline).