salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,401
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$143
👥 People living there
562,218
547,073
Commute to work
22.4 min
21.9 min
College degree
39.2%
31.1%
Own their home
61.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $47,220 | -37% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $75,940 | +32% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $105,080 | $81,490 | -22% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $49,110 | -18% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,230 | $42,940 | +15% in Tucson |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $44,380 | +13% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $47,960 | +13% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $94,640 | $83,610 | -12% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque and Tucson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $60,848 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Tucson?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $61,553 in Tucson, 20% more in Albuquerque.