salaryGlendale is 3% 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
$1,864
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$146
👥 People living there
252,833
188,065
Commute to work
27.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
24.3%
50%
Own their home
57.2%
42.3%
Below poverty line
15.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $61,573 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Tempe?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $85,917 in Tempe, 8% more in Tempe.