Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
13% cheaper
Springfield is 13% more affordable than Scottsdale. A $75,000 salary in Scottsdale is equivalent to $65,244 in Springfield.
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 Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Scottsdale costs $580,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $350,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,000 in Scottsdale versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Scottsdale scores 103 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Scottsdale (95) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Scottsdale is $92,298 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Springfield.
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