salaryTucson is 4% 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
$1,955
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,897
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$78,014
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$394,100
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,213
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$164
$143
👥 People living there
319,758
547,073
Commute to work
26.2 min
21.9 min
College degree
42.5%
31.1%
Own their home
39.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
14.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Orlando for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Orlando | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,030 | $75,940 | +24% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $63,010 | $76,970 | +22% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,190 | $47,220 | -22% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $136,970 | $107,510 | -22% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $100,740 | $81,490 | -19% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,860 | $59,540 | -18% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $50,820 | $59,480 | +17% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $100,440 | $83,610 | -17% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Orlando or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Orlando?
About $57,325 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Orlando or Tucson?
The typical household earns $78,014 in Orlando and $61,553 in Tucson, 27% more in Orlando.