salaryAmarillo is 6% 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
$1,219
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$143
👥 People living there
201,885
547,073
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
26.6%
31.1%
Own their home
59.7%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Tucson for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,490 | +61% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,330 | $75,940 | +24% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,500 | +23% in Tucson |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $44,380 | +19% in Tucson |
| Cashier | $27,750 | $32,780 | +18% in Tucson |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,310 | $34,530 | +18% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $107,510 | -18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $63,317 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Tucson?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $61,553 in Tucson, 15% more in Amarillo.