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
$1,533
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$143
👥 People living there
2,328,253
547,073
Commute to work
27.2 min
21.9 min
College degree
36.6%
31.1%
Own their home
42.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
19.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Houston | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $36,490 | +65% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $157,980 | $107,510 | -32% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $83,610 | -30% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,500 | $47,220 | -27% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $100,950 | $81,490 | -19% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,670 | $75,940 | +19% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $59,120 | $47,960 | -19% in Tucson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $113,440 | $98,100 | -14% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Houston 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 Houston?
About $58,946 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Tucson?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $61,553 in Tucson, 14% more in Houston.