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
$2,474
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$143
👥 People living there
200,928
547,073
Commute to work
25.3 min
21.9 min
College degree
19.5%
31.1%
Own their home
54.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oxnard | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $99,420 | $47,220 | -53% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $185,520 | $107,510 | -42% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $77,400 | $47,960 | -38% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $76,970 | -36% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | $49,110 | -34% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $94,110 | -28% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,100 | $59,540 | -26% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $108,820 | $81,490 | -25% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $52,597 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Tucson?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $61,553 in Tucson, 69% more in Oxnard.