salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,538
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,356
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$75,100
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$260,600
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,634
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$146
$143
👥 People living there
184,216
547,073
Commute to work
23.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
30.6%
31.1%
Own their home
48.2%
51.8%
Below poverty line
14.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Newport News for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Newport News | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $76,970 | +29% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,380 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $133,380 | $107,510 | -19% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $75,940 | +18% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $83,610 | -17% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $47,960 | -16% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $59,540 | -14% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $94,680 | $81,490 | -14% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Newport News or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Newport News and Tucson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Newport News?
About $59,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Newport News or Tucson?
The typical household earns $75,100 in Newport News and $61,553 in Tucson, 22% more in Newport News.