salaryAkron is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$146
👥 People living there
189,247
188,065
Commute to work
22.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
23.6%
50%
Own their home
50.7%
42.3%
Below poverty line
23.3%
15.8%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $47,530 | +31% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $78,080 | +26% in Tempe |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $131,750 | +25% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $100,830 | +25% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $59,180 | -25% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $102,520 | +24% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $61,210 | -21% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,480 | $34,920 | +18% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $66,391 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Tempe?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $85,917 in Tempe, 40% more in Tempe.