Phoenix, United States
+25% vs Phoenix avgArcadia is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Phoenix, with a cost of living index of 73.6 — that is +25% compared to the Phoenix average. It ranks #4 out of 30 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $1,812/month, compared to a range of $1,015 in Avondale to $2,030 in Paradise Valley.
For a typical resident of Arcadia, housing takes up roughly 55% 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 $72,500 before tax.
Salaries in Arcadia reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 73.6:
After tax and deductions of 23.2% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $72,500 would be roughly $55,680/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $55,200 salary in Arcadia, Phoenix (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Arcadia would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $55,200 |
| London | GBP | £47,504 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 276,209 |
| 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% |
| Scottsdale (North) | 71.9 | 1.22x | +22% |
| North Scottsdale | 69.5 | 1.18x | +18% |
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Yes, Arcadia is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Phoenix. It costs about +25% more than the city average, ranking #4 out of 30 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Arcadia is significantly above the Phoenix average. With a multiplier of 1.25x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +25% compared to the city baseline.