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Cost & Benefits

Phoenix vs Washington

Simple answer

You'd likely save $372 a month in Phoenix.

Typical rent is $1,954 in Washington and $1,582 in Phoenix. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Phoenix

Arizona

Typical rent
$1,582
Typical pay
$81,332 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,734
Price index
103.3 (metro)

Washington

District of Columbia

Typical rent
$1,954
Typical pay
$109,870 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,438
Price index
108.9 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.