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
$1,797
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$143
👥 People living there
291,467
547,073
Commute to work
22.3 min
21.9 min
College degree
57.3%
31.1%
Own their home
52.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham 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 | Durham | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $59,540 | -36% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $76,970 | +28% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $83,610 | -27% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $47,960 | +25% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $107,510 | -19% in Tucson |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $40,090 | -14% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,750 | $42,940 | +14% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,950 | $75,940 | +13% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Durham 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 Durham?
About $59,584 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Tucson?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $61,553 in Tucson, 43% more in Durham.