salaryMemphis is 5% 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
$1,399
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$143
👥 People living there
618,980
547,073
Commute to work
21.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
28%
31.1%
Own their home
44.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
23.1%
18.9%
Unemployment
8.3%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Memphis | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $36,490 | +49% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,140 | $75,940 | +28% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $62,910 | $47,960 | -24% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,510 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $96,740 | +23% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $134,440 | $107,510 | -20% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $102,510 | $83,610 | -18% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,600 | $59,540 | -17% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Memphis?
About $63,070 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Tucson?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $61,553 in Tucson, 9% more in Tucson.