salaryTucson is 6% 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
$2,010
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$143
👥 People living there
290,594
547,073
Commute to work
25.4 min
21.9 min
College degree
60.5%
31.1%
Own their home
56.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
6.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano 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 | Plano | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $36,490 | +51% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $107,510 | -36% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $47,220 | -27% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $47,960 | -26% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $83,610 | -25% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $59,540 | -21% in Tucson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $98,100 | -20% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $75,940 | +18% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Plano?
About $56,395 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Plano or Tucson?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $61,553 in Tucson, 97% more in Plano.