About 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
$2,246
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$143
👥 People living there
219,304
547,073
Commute to work
28.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
67.5%
31.1%
Own their home
65.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
3.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Frisco 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 Frisco?
About $59,900 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or Tucson?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $61,553 in Tucson, 163% more in Frisco.