salaryMemphis is 12% 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
$1,399
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$146
👥 People living there
618,980
188,065
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
28%
50%
Own their home
44.9%
42.3%
Below poverty line
23.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
8.3%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Memphis | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $47,530 | +94% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,140 | $78,080 | +32% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $102,520 | +30% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $81,500 | $100,830 | +24% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,160 | $34,920 | +20% in Tempe |
| Medical Assistant | $39,260 | $46,830 | +19% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $50,620 | $60,320 | +19% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,010 | $45,290 | +19% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Memphis?
About $67,249 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Tempe?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $85,917 in Tempe, 35% more in Tempe.