salaryCleveland is 3% 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
$1,277
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$143
👥 People living there
366,097
547,073
Commute to work
22.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
22.4%
31.1%
Own their home
41.7%
51.8%
Below poverty line
30.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
10.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $47,220 | -38% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $47,960 | -24% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $134,680 | $107,510 | -20% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $49,110 | -19% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,900 | $75,940 | +19% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $59,540 | -17% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $59,480 | -16% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $96,190 | $81,490 | -15% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $61,899 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Tucson?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $61,553 in Tucson, 29% more in Tucson.