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
$2,538
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,983
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$67,365
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$518,100
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,586
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$133
$146
👥 People living there
459,745
188,065
Commute to work
27.3 min
20.9 min
College degree
37.4%
50%
Own their home
30.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
19.4%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Miami for lower unemployment.
- Pick Tempe for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Miami | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,070 | $47,530 | +32% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,610 | $78,080 | +25% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $102,520 | +24% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,010 | $45,290 | +19% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $61,780 | -18% in Tempe |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $46,410 | +17% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $60,320 | +17% in Tempe |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,580 | $44,950 | +17% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Miami or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Tempe is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,953 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Miami?
About $54,303 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Miami or Tempe?
The typical household earns $67,365 in Miami and $85,917 in Tempe, 22% more in Tempe.