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186%
Overall NAT. AVG.
9%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
630%
Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Paradise Valley Arizona National
Cost of living286101100
Goods & Services91104100
Groceries104102100
Health care9494100
Housing73097100
Transportation102106100
Utilities9995100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Paradise Valley, AZ

The cost of living in Paradise Valley affects the quality of life one can afford in this new location. It allows people to assess whether they can maintain their preferred lifestyle, including housing, leisure activities and dining options. Your total monthly expenditures can varry depending on the area, as well as many other factors. The cost of living in Paradise Valley is 286, which is 186% higher than the national average. Knowledge of the cost of living can help individuals make informed decisions about retirement savings, investments, and financial goals.

If affordability is among your top priorities when searching for a new place to live, this area may not be the ideal fit, as the cost of living in Paradise Valley is among the most expensive in the United States. Just a minority of areas exhibit a cost of living at least 20% higher than the national average, and unfortunately, Paradise Valley falls into this category, which may not align with your goal of finding a budget-friendly living environment.

Housing costs are a major factor in the Paradise Valley cost of living index, and they often eat up a big chunk of your take-home pay. Unfortunately, in this area, housing expenses for both homeownership and rentals were 630% higher than what's typical in an average city. That includes the prices of homes and rents, as well as mortgage rates and insurance.

Is Paradise Valley Affordable?

Is Paradise Valley affordable? This is a pivotal question, especially when mulling over a move, as affordability carries substantial weight in your decision-making process. Factors such as the cost of living index (discussed earlier), housing expenses and income levels all contribute to a location's affordability. For instance, in Paradise Valley, the median home price is 800.5% higher than the national average and monthly rent prices are 232% higher than the typical rates. Additionally, the median income levels play a role in affordability, with Paradise Valley boasting a median household income of $212,773, 284.6% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Paradise Valley?

Transportation: When public transportation options are limited or non-existent, residents frequently resort to vehicle ownership, which can significantly contribute to the overall cost of living. Monthly financial obligations encompass fuel, insurance, regular maintenance and potentially lease or financing expenses. In Paradise Valley, the transportation index is 2% higher than the national average.

Urbanization: Larger, urban areas boasting abundant amenities and robust employment prospects often exhibit a heightened cost of living, driven by the increased demand for services and residential relocation. Consequently, this leads to elevated home prices and higher rental rates. In contrast, sparsely populated rural locales or regions marked by diminished demand typically offer a more limited range of amenities and experience slower job market expansion. This translates into a more affordable cost of living.

Healthcare: Healthcare costs and insurance premiums can undergo substantial fluctuations based on the city or state of residence. Elements such as the availability of healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket costs for medical consultations, dental expenses, prescription medication charges and specialized medical care fees all contribute to variations in the cost of living. In Paradise Valley, healthcare costs are 6% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Paradise Valley cost of living data displayed above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index to provide a useful and reasonably accurate measure of living cost differences in urban areas. Published on a quarterly basis, it compiles data from more than 300 independent researchers, encompassing over 60 goods and services. These items have been meticulously selected to represent various consumer expenditure categories, in 6 categories. Weightings assigned to cost differentials draw from government survey data tracking spending patterns among professional and executive households. While the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, AreaVibes incorporates tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Paradise Valley is 185% higher than the Arizona average
  • The cost of living in Paradise Valley is 186% higher than the national average
  • Paradise Valley housing is 630% higher than the national average
  • Arizona general sales tax is 10% higher than the national average
  • Arizona state income tax is 4% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$218,750$18,229$5,104$6,563
      Renters$0$0$0$0
      To approximate the cost of living and the housing affordability in Paradise Valley, AZ, we can look at the percentage of income that is available to be spent on monthly housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). To stay on the safe side, a consumer should not spend more than 28% of his or her gross income on housing-related expenses and costs and not more than 36% of income on all expenses and debts. Homeowners in Paradise Valley have a median income of $218,750. Therefore, the amount that a consumer should spend on housing costs should be no more than $5,104 per month to avoid calamity and poverty. The renters in the city have an income of about $0, which would make their monthly maximum allowable rental costs $0.

      Arizona Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Arizona 5.6% 10.725%

      Arizona Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Arizona 2.5% 2.5%

      Goods & Services

      Item Paradise Valley National avg. Difference
      Haircut $18.21$24.2624.9%
      Beauty Salon $55.83$45.5622.5%
      Toothpaste $3.54$3.704.3%
      Shampoo $1.32$1.283.3%
      Movie $9.71$12.1320.0%
      Bowling $21.97$18.0022.1%

      Groceries

      Item Paradise Valley National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $6.17$5.845.6%
      Fried Chicken $1.41$1.5710.4%
      Milk $4.78$4.672.4%
      Potatoes $4.60$4.936.8%
      Pizza $12.12$12.090.2%
      Beer $11.51$10.4110.6%

      Health Care

      Item Paradise Valley National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $107.63$125.6814.4%
      Doctor $99.00$135.7827.1%
      Dentist $120.50$113.296.4%
      Ibuprofen $11.04$10.653.6%
      Lipitor $486.38$468.603.8%

      Housing

      Item Paradise Valley National avg. Difference
      Home Price $1,663,200.00$184,700.00800.5%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,561.11$2,346.699.1%
      Apartment Rent $3,151.00$949.00232.0%

      Transportation

      Item Paradise Valley National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.54$3.462.3%
      Tire Balancing $60.83$59.921.5%

      Utilities

      Item Paradise Valley National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $193.93$193.990.0%
      Phone $186.48$192.253.0%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.