salaryAkron is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$143
👥 People living there
189,247
547,073
Commute to work
22.2 min
21.9 min
College degree
23.6%
31.1%
Own their home
50.7%
51.8%
Below poverty line
23.3%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $47,220 | -40% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $59,480 | -23% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $75,940 | +22% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $47,960 | -22% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $49,110 | -20% in Tucson |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $123,710 | +17% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $96,740 | +17% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $94,110 | +17% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $62,266 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Tucson?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $61,553 in Tucson, 16% more in Tucson.