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
$2,185
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$143
👥 People living there
196,906
547,073
Commute to work
28.2 min
21.9 min
College degree
36.3%
31.1%
Own their home
76%
51.8%
Below poverty line
8.4%
18.9%
Unemployment
4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $57,747 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Tucson?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $61,553 in Tucson, 68% more in Peoria.