salaryTucson is 8% 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
$2,087
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$143
👥 People living there
394,432
547,073
Commute to work
28.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
33.6%
31.1%
Own their home
62.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora 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 | Aurora | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $47,960 | -45% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $83,610 | -41% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $59,540 | -40% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $107,510 | -39% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $47,220 | -39% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $76,970 | -25% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $49,110 | -24% in Tucson |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $76,320 | -24% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $54,960 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Tucson?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $61,553 in Tucson, 55% more in Aurora.