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| Measure | Scottsdale | Park City | Victoria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | 13°C / 34°C | -6°C / 20°C | 5°C / 17°C |
| Sunny days a year | 290 | 240 | 190 |
| Snow a year | 0 cm | 300 cm | 25 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 115 | 160 | 120 |
| Typical home price | US$750,000 | US$1,600,000 | C$950,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$4,500 | US$8,000 | C$4,275 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Low | Low | Medium |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 8.4 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% | 3% | 4.5% |
| Main industries | Health, finance, tourism | Tourism, finance | Government, tech, tourism |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 20 min | 40 min | 30 min |
| Ski hill | 2h 30m | 5 min | 3h+ |
| Beach or lake | 45 min | 15 min | 10 min |
| Downtown | 20 min | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Extreme heat | Risk: High | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | |||
| ☀️ Warm winters | ✓ | – | – |
| 🏖️ Beach | – | – | ✓ |
| ⛷️ Skiing | – | ✓ | – |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| ⛳ Golf | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🌵 Desert | ✓ | – | – |
| 🏡 Small town | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.