salaryTucson is 3% 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
$1,999
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$143
👥 People living there
505,268
547,073
Commute to work
26.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
59.2%
31.1%
Own their home
46.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
16.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $36,490 | +98% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $47,220 | -38% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $76,970 | +26% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $111,410 | $83,610 | -25% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,030 | $59,540 | -25% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $138,210 | $107,510 | -22% in Tucson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $98,100 | -18% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,060 | $75,940 | +17% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,999 in Atlanta.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $58,104 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Tucson?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $61,553 in Tucson, 50% more in Atlanta.