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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Stevens Point, WI — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Madison, WI area

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You'd spend $1.5K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $168.0K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 20.0%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,501
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$18.0K
Per year

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

Stevens Point, WI

Population:26K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$247K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:120
Median Home:$414K

Stevens Point, WI

The Badger State

26K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Wisconsin, this city has a population of 26K 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: Stevens Point, WI vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 37.3%
Stevens Point, WI
$2,030
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$758
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 29.2%
Stevens Point, WI
$1,152
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$337
more
📦Other
↑ 14.4%
Stevens Point, WI
$1,467
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$211
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 22.0%
Stevens Point, WI
$460
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$101
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 11.0%
Stevens Point, WI
$868
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$95.19
more
🏥Healthcare
↓ 9.5%
Stevens Point, WI
$650
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$61.79
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$494
To$1,390
↑ $896
1 Bed
From$550
To$1,510
↑ $960
2 Bed
From$717
To$1,750
↑ $1,033
3 Bed
From$856
To$2,330
↑ $1,474
Stevens Point, WIZIP-level data

1BR range: $790–$790/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.

$6,628
Monthly in Stevens Point, WI
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,440
Difference

Home Values

Stevens Point
Phoenix
$247K
Median Value
$414K
↑ +6.7%
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
↑ +38%
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
$247K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 67% more expensive than Stevens Point

Calculate payment - Stevens PointCalculate payment - Phoenix

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $3.6K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$301
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.4%
Rate difference

Stevens Point, WI

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Wisconsin State Tax
Effective: 5.9%
$8.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.6%
$45.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,678/month
$104.1K

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

Stevens Point, WI Tax Rates

Sales Tax:5.6%
Property Tax:1.8%

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

Stevens Point
Phoenix
42 Good
Air Quality
77 Moderate
72.1%
Good Air Days
9%
94 Moderate
Climate Risk
100 Very High
🌊🌪💨
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+3.4°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
10 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+3.4°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
10 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

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

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