salaryFrisco is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,246
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$146
👥 People living there
219,304
188,065
Commute to work
28.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
67.5%
50%
Own their home
65.9%
42.3%
Below poverty line
3.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Frisco?
About $63,869 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or Tempe?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $85,917 in Tempe, 89% more in Frisco.