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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 LaGrange, GA — COL adjusted from Columbus, GA area + state data

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You'd spend $1.7K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $170.1K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 22.4%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,678
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.1K
Per year

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

LaGrange, GA

Population:32K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$153K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:122
Median Home:$414K

LaGrange, GA

The Peach State

32K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Georgia, this city has a population of 32K 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: LaGrange, GA vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 66.2%
LaGrange, GA
$1,678
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$1,111
more
📦Other
↑ 10.0%
LaGrange, GA
$1,525
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$152
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 6.1%
LaGrange, GA
$1,404
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$85.33
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 16.3%
LaGrange, GA
$506
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$82.29
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 2.0%
LaGrange, GA
$944
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$18.80
more
⚡All Utilities
↓ 2.5%
LaGrange, GA
$576
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$14.47
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$536
To$1,390
↑ $854
1 Bed
From$618
To$1,510
↑ $892
2 Bed
From$742
To$1,750
↑ $1,008
3 Bed
From$989
To$2,330
↑ $1,341
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.

$6,633
Monthly in LaGrange, GA
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,435
Difference

Home Values

LaGrange
Phoenix
-
Median Value
$414K
-
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
-
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
-
Price Range
$274K - $957K
Calculate payment - Phoenix

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $3.2K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$268
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.1%
Rate difference

LaGrange, GA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Georgia State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,711/month
$104.5K

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

LaGrange, GA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.3%
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

LaGrange
Phoenix
49 Good
Air Quality
77 Moderate
52.7%
Good Air Days
9%
82 Moderate
Climate Risk
100 Very High
None
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

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

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