salaryTucson is 3% 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
$2,470
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,839
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$86,979
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$369,200
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,585
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$143
👥 People living there
232,491
547,073
Commute to work
30.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
28.1%
31.1%
Own their home
84%
51.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Port St. Lucie for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Port St. Lucie | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $72,760 | $47,960 | -34% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,300 | $75,940 | +24% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $132,360 | $107,510 | -19% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $99,220 | $81,490 | -18% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,670 | $42,940 | +17% in Tucson |
| Truck Driver | $48,590 | $56,640 | +17% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,310 | $59,540 | -17% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $50,990 | $59,070 | +16% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Port St. Lucie or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,470 in Port St. Lucie.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Port St. Lucie?
About $58,005 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Port St. Lucie or Tucson?
The typical household earns $86,979 in Port St. Lucie and $61,553 in Tucson, 41% more in Port St. Lucie.