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
$1,881
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$143
👥 People living there
903,844
547,073
Commute to work
24.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
48%
31.1%
Own their home
51%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte 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 | Charlotte | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $107,510 | -32% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $59,540 | -28% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $112,730 | $83,610 | -26% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $47,960 | +24% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $76,970 | +22% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $102,370 | $81,490 | -20% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $47,220 | -20% in Tucson |
| Accountant | $92,910 | $76,320 | -18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
About $59,721 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Tucson?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $61,553 in Tucson, 44% more in Charlotte.