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A good salary in Arizona is $60,000-$80,000 for a single person. Here’s how salaries compare across the state.
Quick Answer by City
| City | Good Salary | Comfortable | Thriving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $65,000 | $80,000 | $110,000 |
| Tucson | $55,000 | $65,000 | $85,000 |
| Scottsdale | $75,000 | $95,000 | $130,000 |
| Mesa | $60,000 | $75,000 | $100,000 |
| Tempe | $65,000 | $80,000 | $105,000 |
Arizona Cost of Living
| Category | Arizona | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 99 | 100 | -1% |
| Housing | 100 | 100 | 0% |
| Transportation | 98 | 100 | -2% |
| Healthcare | 93 | 100 | -7% |
| Utilities | 98 | 100 | -2% |
Arizona is right at the national average cost of living.
Arizona Income Tax
Arizona has a flat income tax rate:
| Income | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| All income | 2.5% |
Arizona’s low flat tax means more take-home pay.
Take-Home Pay in Arizona
| Gross Salary | Federal Tax | State Tax | FICA | Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $4,200 | $1,250 | $3,825 | $40,725 |
| $60,000 | $5,500 | $1,500 | $4,590 | $48,410 |
| $75,000 | $8,000 | $1,875 | $5,738 | $59,387 |
| $100,000 | $12,500 | $2,500 | $7,650 | $77,350 |
Housing Costs by City
| City | Median Home Price | Median Rent (1BR) |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $445,000 | $1,400 |
| Tucson | $340,000 | $1,100 |
| Scottsdale | $750,000 | $1,900 |
| Mesa | $420,000 | $1,350 |
| Gilbert | $540,000 | $1,550 |
Can You Buy a Home in Arizona?
| Salary | Home You Can Afford | Where in AZ |
|---|---|---|
| $60,000 | $240,000 | Tucson suburbs |
| $75,000 | $300,000 | Mesa, Glendale |
| $100,000 | $400,000 | Phoenix, Tempe |
| $125,000 | $500,000 | Scottsdale entry |
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Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024.” bls.gov/oes
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