salaryTucson 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
$1,789
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$143
👥 People living there
545,970
547,073
Commute to work
22.4 min
21.9 min
College degree
25.5%
31.1%
Own their home
50.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
18.9%
Unemployment
8.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $47,220 | -40% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $47,960 | -39% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $107,510 | -34% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $81,490 | -32% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $94,110 | -25% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $76,970 | -24% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $63,470 | $49,110 | -23% in Tucson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $129,340 | -22% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $56,909 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Tucson?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $61,553 in Tucson, 24% more in Fresno.