salaryCorpus Christi is 5% 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
$1,516
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$72,684
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$210,400
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,387
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$143
👥 People living there
317,419
547,073
Commute to work
21.3 min
21.9 min
College degree
24.4%
31.1%
Own their home
57.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
17.1%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Corpus Christi for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Corpus Christi | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,820 | $36,490 | +60% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,810 | $75,940 | +27% in Tucson |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,670 | $37,500 | +22% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,210 | $47,220 | -22% in Tucson |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,300 | $42,560 | +21% in Tucson |
| Medical Assistant | $37,070 | $44,380 | +20% in Tucson |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,200 | $34,530 | +18% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,410 | $42,940 | +18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Corpus Christi or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Corpus Christi is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,516 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Corpus Christi?
About $62,735 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Corpus Christi or Tucson?
The typical household earns $72,684 in Corpus Christi and $61,553 in Tucson, 18% more in Corpus Christi.