Phoenix

Desert city with affordable housing and booming construction sector. Very hot summers.

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1-Bed Rent

$1,400

per month

Median Salary

$50,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No βœ—

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

$1,155

1-Bedroom

$1,400

Shared 2-Bed

$770

Coliving

$910

Shared House

$630

Monthly Budget (on $3,050 take-home)

Income$3,050
Needs (housing, food, transport)$1,875(61%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)$436(14%)
Savings$305(10%)
Remaining$434

Most Affordable Areas

  • South Phoenix
  • West Phoenix
  • North Phoenix

Most Expensive Areas

  • Downtown Phoenix
  • Scottsdale
  • Paradise Valley

About Phoenix

  • Very affordable housing
  • Construction boom
  • Desert landscape
  • Growing tech sector

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

$270

Dining Out

$195

Subscriptions

$47

Entertainment

$125

Personal Care

$69

Public Transport

$75

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