salaryParadise is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,532
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,510
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$63,836
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$384,200
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,553
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$142
$146
👥 People living there
185,913
188,065
Commute to work
23.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
24.1%
50%
Own their home
41.9%
42.3%
Below poverty line
17.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
9.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Paradise | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $47,530 | +75% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $34,920 | +19% in Tempe |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $46,410 | +17% in Tempe |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,940 | $44,950 | +15% in Tempe |
| Civil Engineer | $106,110 | $90,330 | -15% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $61,210 | -14% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $150,510 | $135,670 | -10% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $85,050 | +9% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Paradise or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Paradise is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,532 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Paradise?
About $61,857 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Paradise or Tempe?
The typical household earns $63,836 in Paradise and $85,917 in Tempe, 26% more in Tempe.