Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
4% cheaper
Burlington is 4% more affordable than Scottsdale. A $75,000 salary in Scottsdale is equivalent to $71,951 in Burlington.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Burlington has a housing index of 139 while Scottsdale sits at 162 (national average = 100). The median home in Burlington costs $380,000 compared to $580,000 in Scottsdale, a difference of $200,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Burlington versus $2,000 in Scottsdale.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Burlington scores 108 while Scottsdale scores 103.
Healthcare costs in Burlington (116) are higher than Scottsdale (95).
Median household income in Burlington is $51,098 compared to $92,298 in Scottsdale. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Burlington.
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