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Measure PhoenixArizona, United States Remove Phoenix
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 6.1
Connector Score 7.5
Safety 3.7
Affordability 5.7
Transportation 8.0
Car-free friendliness 5.0
Walkability 5.6
Things to do 7.2
Food & dining 5.8
Places to stay 7.3
Nature & outdoors 4.0
Scenic value 6.0
Family friendliness 6.2
Solo-traveler friendliness 4.5
Nightlife 4.3
Remote-work friendliness 6.5
Road-trip convenience 7.5
Train-trip convenience 1.0
Bus-trip convenience 6.8
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $128
Mid-range $210
Luxury $483
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 108
Typical 1-bedroom rent $1,475
Median home price $405,689
Population 1.7M
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Bus Airport EV charging
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Road trips
Known for Mountains & hiking, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Pro sports, Family & kids
When to go Peak: Jan-April

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