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
$1,465
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,315
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$71,417
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$224,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,037
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$143
👥 People living there
885,860
547,073
Commute to work
24.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
34.9%
31.1%
Own their home
56%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Indianapolis for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Indianapolis | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $120,480 | $83,610 | -31% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $68,480 | $47,960 | -30% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,050 | $36,490 | +26% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $65,070 | $49,110 | -25% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $76,980 | $59,070 | -23% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,510 | $47,220 | -22% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $101,830 | $81,490 | -20% in Tucson |
| Software Developer | $106,870 | $123,710 | +16% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Indianapolis or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
About $60,752 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Indianapolis or Tucson?
The typical household earns $71,417 in Indianapolis and $61,553 in Tucson, 16% more in Indianapolis.