salaryAugusta is 12% 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
$1,458
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$146
👥 People living there
201,528
188,065
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
24.7%
50%
Own their home
50.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta 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 | Augusta | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $47,530 | +158% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $85,050 | +46% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $61,780 | +30% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $102,520 | +28% in Tempe |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $61,170 | +25% in Tempe |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $59,770 | +25% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $28,310 | $34,920 | +23% in Tempe |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $103,770 | +23% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $67,451 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Tempe?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $85,917 in Tempe, 30% more in Tempe.