salaryMobile is 17% 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
$1,257
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$146
👥 People living there
203,416
188,065
Commute to work
22.8 min
20.9 min
College degree
32%
50%
Own their home
54%
42.3%
Below poverty line
18.4%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile 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 | Mobile | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $85,050 | +81% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,860 | $47,530 | +77% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $102,520 | +69% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,880 | $45,290 | +47% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,030 | $78,080 | +37% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $61,780 | +32% in Tempe |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,480 | $136,270 | +32% in Tempe |
| Medical Assistant | $36,350 | $46,830 | +29% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $70,364 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Tempe?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $85,917 in Tempe, 33% more in Tempe.