salaryTucson 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
$2,339
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$143
👥 People living there
215,536
547,073
Commute to work
29.9 min
21.9 min
College degree
26.9%
31.1%
Own their home
77.2%
51.8%
Below poverty line
10.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,530 | $75,940 | +23% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $47,220 | -22% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $47,960 | -20% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $129,450 | $107,510 | -17% in Tucson |
| Truck Driver | $48,950 | $56,640 | +16% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $51,690 | $59,070 | +14% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $94,110 | +14% in Tucson |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,510 | $42,560 | +13% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,339 in Cape Coral.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $56,803 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Tucson?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $61,553 in Tucson, 37% more in Cape Coral.