salaryCharlotte is 6% cheaperBased 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
$1,881
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$146
👥 People living there
903,844
188,065
Commute to work
24.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
48%
50%
Own their home
51%
42.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Tempe for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $61,780 | +60% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $85,050 | +35% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,430 | $47,530 | +30% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,140 | $78,080 | +20% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $60,320 | +18% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,610 | $34,920 | +18% in Tempe |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,850 | $44,950 | +16% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,430 | $45,290 | +15% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $63,678 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Tempe?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $85,917 in Tempe, 3% more in Charlotte.