salaryTucson is 12% 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
$2,591
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,138
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$100,540
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$503,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,349
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$143
👥 People living there
211,666
547,073
Commute to work
35.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
17.8%
31.1%
Own their home
63.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moreno Valley or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Moreno Valley?
About $52,509 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Moreno Valley or Tucson?
The typical household earns $100,540 in Moreno Valley and $61,553 in Tucson, 63% more in Moreno Valley.