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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Anderson, IN — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Indianapolis, IN area

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You'd spend $1.8K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $171.9K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN area
Overall Cost
↑ 24.3%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,823
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$21.9K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Anderson, IN

Population:55K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$174K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:124
Median Home:$414K

Anderson, IN

The Hoosier State

55K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Indiana, this city has a population of 55K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • •Fastest growing major city
  • •Desert metropolis
  • •Spring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Anderson, IN vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 66.6%
Anderson, IN
$1,674
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$1,115
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 31.3%
Anderson, IN
$1,134
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$355
more
📦Other
↑ 10.5%
Anderson, IN
$1,518
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$160
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 14.3%
Anderson, IN
$491
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$70.10
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 7.3%
Anderson, IN
$898
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$65.25
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 3.5%
Anderson, IN
$569
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$19.68
more

🏛️ Local Income Taxes

Anderson, IN: Madison County Income Tax$2,250/yr (1.5%)

Phoenix, AZ has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$742
To$1,390
↑ $648
1 Bed
From$762
To$1,510
↑ $748
2 Bed
From$1,002
To$1,750
↑ $748
3 Bed
From$1,326
To$2,330
↑ $1,004
Anderson, INZIP-level data

1BR range: $880–$1,050/mo

Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300–$2,380/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,283
Monthly in Anderson, IN
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,784
Difference

Home Values

Anderson
Phoenix
$174K
Median Value
$414K
↑ +3.5%
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
↑ +50%
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
$79K - $202K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 138% more expensive than Anderson

Calculate payment - AndersonCalculate payment - Phoenix

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↓ $388
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$32.32
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.3%
Rate difference

Anderson, IN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Indiana State Tax
Effective: 3.2%
$4.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 27.9%
$41.9K
Take-Home Pay
$9,012/month
$108.1K

Phoenix, AZ

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arizona State Tax
Effective: 3.5%
$5.2K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.2%
$42.2K
Take-Home Pay
$8,979/month
$107.8K

Additional Tax Information

Anderson, IN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.0%
Property Tax:0.9%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Anderson
Phoenix
54 Moderate
Air Quality
77 Moderate
36.6%
Good Air Days
9%
97 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
18 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
18 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Indiana and Arizona on TaxTakeHome.com

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