salaryTucson is 7% 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
$1,988
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$143
👥 People living there
219,215
547,073
Commute to work
30.2 min
21.9 min
College degree
21.2%
31.1%
Own their home
58.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
13.3%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.2%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $47,220 | -54% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $77,370 | $47,960 | -38% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $164,010 | $107,510 | -34% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $49,110 | -33% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $94,110 | -29% in Tucson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $129,340 | -25% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $76,710 | $59,480 | -22% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,910 | $96,740 | -22% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $55,844 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Tucson?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $61,553 in Tucson, 40% more in Modesto.