salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$143
👥 People living there
979,539
547,073
Commute to work
23.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
59.6%
31.1%
Own their home
43.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.7%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin 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 | Austin | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $36,490 | +34% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $107,510 | -30% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $83,610 | -29% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $59,540 | -26% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,270 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $100,470 | $81,490 | -19% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $47,960 | -18% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,580 | $75,940 | +18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Austin and Tucson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,284 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Tucson?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $61,553 in Tucson, 64% more in Austin.