Denver vs Phoenix: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Phoenix is about 7% cheaper overall. Here is how Denver and Phoenix compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Denver cost-of-living index: 110 vs 100
- Phoenix cost-of-living index: 102 vs 100
- Denver median 2BR rent: $2,200/mo
- Phoenix median 2BR rent: $1,900/mo
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