salaryCleveland is 10% 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
$1,277
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$146
👥 People living there
366,097
188,065
Commute to work
22.5 min
20.9 min
College degree
22.4%
50%
Own their home
41.7%
42.3%
Below poverty line
30.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,260 | $47,530 | +31% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $59,180 | -23% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,900 | $78,080 | +22% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $83,940 | $100,830 | +20% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,130 | $34,920 | +20% in Tempe |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $131,750 | +18% in Tempe |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,680 | $44,950 | +16% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,010 | $45,290 | +16% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $66,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Tempe?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $85,917 in Tempe, 49% more in Tempe.