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
$1,611
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$143
👥 People living there
914,802
547,073
Commute to work
21.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
38.2%
31.1%
Own their home
44.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
18.1%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,150 | $47,220 | -40% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $66,480 | $49,110 | -26% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $76,970 | -24% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,010 | $59,540 | -23% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,910 | $75,940 | +23% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $47,960 | -22% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $137,810 | $107,510 | -22% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $102,590 | $83,610 | -19% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Columbus 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 Columbus?
About $60,897 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Tucson?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $61,553 in Tucson, 16% more in Columbus.