salaryMontgomery is 8% 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
$1,304
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$143
👥 People living there
197,494
547,073
Commute to work
20.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
33.8%
31.1%
Own their home
54.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
21.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $96,740 | +61% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $76,970 | +59% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $36,490 | +38% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $55,410 | $75,940 | +37% in Tucson |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $129,880 | +27% in Tucson |
| Medical Assistant | $35,810 | $44,380 | +24% in Tucson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $129,340 | +23% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $107,980 | $83,610 | -23% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $64,826 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Tucson?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $61,553 in Tucson, 0% more in Tucson.