salaryNew Orleans is 5% 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
$1,508
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,391
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$61,077
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$315,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,606
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$143
👥 People living there
371,853
547,073
Commute to work
22.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
42.4%
31.1%
Own their home
51.2%
51.8%
Below poverty line
22.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.5%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick New Orleans for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | New Orleans | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $16,640 | $36,490 | +119% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $48,970 | $76,970 | +57% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $37,250 | $47,960 | +29% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,640 | $75,940 | +25% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $108,240 | $81,490 | -25% in Tucson |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,320 | $42,560 | +24% in Tucson |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,520 | $37,500 | +23% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,350 | $47,220 | -22% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is New Orleans or Tucson cheaper to live in?
New Orleans is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,508 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in New Orleans?
About $62,786 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, New Orleans or Tucson?
The typical household earns $61,077 in New Orleans and $61,553 in Tucson, 1% more in Tucson.