salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,619
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$146
👥 People living there
573,243
188,065
Commute to work
29.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
36.1%
50%
Own their home
47.5%
42.3%
Below poverty line
19.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore 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 | Baltimore | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $47,530 | +31% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $59,180 | -23% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $61,780 | -16% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $98,610 | -16% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $102,520 | -12% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $85,050 | +11% in Tempe |
| Civil Engineer | $100,500 | $90,330 | -10% in Tempe |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,850 | $46,410 | +8% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $59,328 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Tempe?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $85,917 in Tempe, 22% more in Tempe.