salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,284
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,170
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$58,491
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$184,000
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,668
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$156
$143
👥 People living there
566,973
547,073
Commute to work
22.4 min
21.9 min
College degree
27.4%
31.1%
Own their home
41.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
22.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.2%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Milwaukee | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $125,490 | $83,610 | -33% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $84,700 | $59,070 | -30% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $77,800 | $59,480 | -24% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,480 | $47,220 | -23% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $63,910 | $49,110 | -23% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,330 | $36,490 | +20% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $73,880 | $59,540 | -19% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $131,100 | $107,510 | -18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Milwaukee or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee and Tucson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Milwaukee?
About $59,975 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Milwaukee or Tucson?
The typical household earns $58,491 in Milwaukee and $61,553 in Tucson, 5% more in Tucson.