salaryTucson is 4% 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
$1,901
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$143
👥 People living there
487,887
547,073
Commute to work
22.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
42.7%
31.1%
Own their home
60.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
9%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $59,540 | -34% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $120,770 | $83,610 | -31% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $63,110 | $47,960 | -24% in Tucson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $98,100 | -24% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,140 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $36,490 | -21% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $96,740 | -18% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $76,970 | -16% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,901 in Colorado Springs.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $57,729 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Tucson?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $61,553 in Tucson, 49% more in Colorado Springs.
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