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
$1,849
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$143
👥 People living there
252,583
547,073
Commute to work
25.8 min
21.9 min
College degree
36.9%
31.1%
Own their home
74.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
9.4%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake 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 | Chesapeake | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $76,970 | +29% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,380 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $133,380 | $107,510 | -19% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $75,940 | +18% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $83,610 | -17% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $47,960 | -16% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $59,540 | -14% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $94,680 | $81,490 | -14% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?
About $59,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Tucson?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $61,553 in Tucson, 67% more in Chesapeake.