salaryAugusta is 5% 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
$1,458
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$143
👥 People living there
201,528
547,073
Commute to work
21.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
24.7%
31.1%
Own their home
50.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
18.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $36,490 | +98% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $76,970 | +32% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $96,740 | +21% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $81,490 | -21% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,760 | $75,940 | +19% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | $83,610 | -18% in Tucson |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $56,640 | +18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $63,260 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Tucson?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $61,553 in Tucson, 3% more in Tucson.