For most of us, living in these high end Scottsdale neighborhoods may be well beyond our means, as these neighborhoods include some of the highest real estate and rental prices in Arizona. Listed below are the most expensive neighborhoods in Scottsdale for 2026, sorted by overall cost of living which includes: groceries, goods and services, real estate and rent prices. In case you’re wondering, the cost of living average for all cities across the nation is 100.

Population 139,162
4%
Cost of Living Index 151 vs 145
4% higher than Scottsdale
Population 96,591
-11%
Cost of Living Index 130 vs 145
11% lower than Scottsdale
Population 15,138
-28%
Cost of Living Index 104 vs 145
28% lower than Scottsdale
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