Phoenix, United States
-22% vs Phoenix avgAnthem is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Phoenix, with a cost of living index of 45.9 — that is -22% compared to the Phoenix average. Ranked #23 of 30, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $1,131/month, compared to a range of $1,015 in Avondale to $2,030 in Paradise Valley.
For a typical resident of Anthem, housing takes up roughly 34% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 16%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately $45,240 before tax.
Salaries in Anthem reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 45.9:
After tax and deductions of 21.5% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $45,240 would be roughly $35,513/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $34,425 salary in Anthem, Phoenix (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Anthem would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $34,425 |
| London | GBP | £29,626 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 172,255 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Valley | 82.5 | 1.40x | +40% |
| Scottsdale (Old Town) | 76.6 | 1.30x | +30% |
| Biltmore | 75.4 | 1.28x | +28% |
| Arcadia | 73.6 | 1.25x | +25% |
| Scottsdale (North) | 71.9 | 1.22x | +22% |
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Anthem is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Phoenix. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #23 out of 30 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Anthem is well below the Phoenix average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% compared to the city baseline.