Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
27% cheaper
Omaha is 27% more affordable than Scottsdale. A $75,000 salary in Scottsdale is equivalent to $54,878 in Omaha.
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. Omaha has a housing index of 76 while Scottsdale sits at 162 (national average = 100). The median home in Omaha costs $230,000 compared to $580,000 in Scottsdale, a difference of $350,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Omaha versus $2,000 in Scottsdale.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Omaha scores 97 while Scottsdale scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Omaha (96) are higher than Scottsdale (95). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Omaha is $59,612 compared to $92,298 in Scottsdale. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Omaha.
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