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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Brighton CDP, NY โ€” COL adjusted from Pittsburgh, PA area + state data

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You'd spend $1.6K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $168.9K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 21.0%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,577
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$18.9K
Per year

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

Brighton CDP, NY

Population:37K
Cost Index:100

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:121
Median Home:$414K

Brighton CDP, NY

The Empire State

37K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in New York, this city has a population of 37K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขFastest growing major city
  • โ€ขDesert metropolis
  • โ€ขSpring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Brighton CDP, NY vs Phoenix, AZ

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 65.9%
Brighton CDP, NY
$1,681
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$1,108
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 27.8%
Brighton CDP, NY
$1,165
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$324
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 8.9%
Brighton CDP, NY
$1,540
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$138
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 14.2%
Brighton CDP, NY
$515
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$73.11
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†“ 5.5%
Brighton CDP, NY
$594
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$32.51
less
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†“ 0.5%
Brighton CDP, NY
$968
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$5.03
less

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$611
To$1,390
โ†‘ $779
1 Bed
From$692
To$1,510
โ†‘ $818
2 Bed
From$855
To$1,750
โ†‘ $895
3 Bed
From$1,140
To$2,330
โ†‘ $1,190
Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300โ€“$2,380/mo

๐Ÿ’ก 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.

$6,463
Monthly in Brighton CDP, NY
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,605
Difference

Home Values

Brighton CDP
Phoenix
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Median Value
$414K
-
YoY Change
โ†“ -3.1%
-
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +30.2%
-
Price Range
$274K - $957K

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $4.3K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$359
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.9%
Rate difference

Brighton CDP, NY

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
New York State Tax
Effective: 6.4%
$9.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 31.0%
$46.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,620/month
$103.4K

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

Brighton CDP, NY Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.8%
Property Tax:1.2%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

๐Ÿ’ก 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

Brighton CDP
Phoenix
52 Moderate
Air Quality
77 Moderate
47.8%
Good Air Days
9%
98 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
Top Hazards
๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
12 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
162 days
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
12 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
162 days

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