salaryOmaha 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
$1,448
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,367
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$78,947
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$245,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,128
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$131
$143
👥 People living there
488,837
547,073
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
40.1%
31.1%
Own their home
57.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
13.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.2%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Omaha for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Omaha | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,670 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $61,040 | $47,960 | -21% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $102,020 | $81,490 | -20% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,540 | $75,940 | +20% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $131,730 | $107,510 | -18% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $84,600 | $94,110 | +11% in Tucson |
| HVAC Technician | $62,570 | $56,070 | -10% in Tucson |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,260 | $40,090 | -9% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Omaha or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Omaha is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,448 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Omaha?
About $63,254 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Omaha or Tucson?
The typical household earns $78,947 in Omaha and $61,553 in Tucson, 28% more in Omaha.