salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,874
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$146
👥 People living there
641,165
188,065
Commute to work
24.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
53.8%
50%
Own their home
52%
42.3%
Below poverty line
12.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Portland | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $105,090 | $61,210 | -42% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $63,750 | -37% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,330 | $59,180 | -28% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $61,780 | -27% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $100,830 | -23% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $121,050 | $98,610 | -19% in Tempe |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,360 | $103,770 | -19% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $73,710 | $60,320 | -18% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Portland and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $58,802 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Tempe?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $85,917 in Tempe, 14% more in Portland.