Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
24% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 24% more affordable than Scottsdale. A $75,000 salary in Scottsdale is equivalent to $56,707 in Murfreesboro.
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. Scottsdale has a housing index of 162 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Scottsdale costs $580,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $255,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,000 in Scottsdale versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Scottsdale scores 103 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Scottsdale (95) are lower than Murfreesboro (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Scottsdale is $92,298 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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