salaryTucson is 3% cheaperBased 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
$1,719
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$143
👥 People living there
977,670
547,073
Commute to work
24.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
33.2%
31.1%
Own their home
57.6%
51.8%
Below poverty line
14.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville 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.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,080 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $76,740 | $59,540 | -22% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $75,940 | +22% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $102,280 | $81,490 | -20% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $58,940 | $47,960 | -19% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $100,870 | $83,610 | -17% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $127,920 | $107,510 | -16% in Tucson |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,760 | $42,560 | +13% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,719 in Jacksonville.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Jacksonville?
About $58,439 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Tucson?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $61,553 in Tucson, 22% more in Jacksonville.