salaryChattanooga is 6% 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
$1,537
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$143
👥 People living there
185,783
547,073
Commute to work
18.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
36%
31.1%
Own their home
52.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $36,490 | +51% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $76,970 | +50% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,580 | $75,940 | +30% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $107,510 | -27% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $47,220 | -21% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $83,610 | -19% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $94,110 | +18% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $59,480 | -18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $63,563 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Tucson?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $61,553 in Tucson, 13% more in Chattanooga.