salaryTempe is 9% 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
$3,405
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$146
👥 People living there
311,690
188,065
Commute to work
24.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
70.6%
50%
Own their home
44.5%
42.3%
Below poverty line
10.8%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Tempe for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $59,180 | -42% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $61,780 | -37% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $47,530 | +33% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $85,050 | -30% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $135,670 | -30% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $100,830 | -26% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $98,610 | -22% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $60,320 | -20% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Tempe is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,953 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $54,585 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Tempe?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $85,917 in Tempe, 72% more in Irvine.