Phoenix, United States
-12% vs Phoenix avgTempe (South) is a relatively affordable area in Phoenix, with a cost of living index of 51.8 — that is -12% compared to the Phoenix average. At #16 of 30, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $1,276/month, compared to a range of $1,015 in Avondale to $2,030 in Paradise Valley.
For a typical resident of Tempe (South), housing takes up roughly 39% 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 $51,040 before tax.
Salaries in Tempe (South) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 51.8:
After tax and deductions of 21.6% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $51,040 would be roughly $40,015/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $38,850 salary in Tempe (South), Phoenix (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Tempe (South) would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $38,850 |
| London | GBP | £33,434 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 194,397 |
| 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% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Tempe (South), Phoenix to maintain your lifestyle.
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Tempe (South) is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Phoenix. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 30 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Tempe (South) is below the Phoenix average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% compared to the city baseline.