salaryTucson is 8% 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
$1,874
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$143
👥 People living there
641,165
547,073
Commute to work
24.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
53.8%
31.1%
Own their home
52%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland 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 | Portland | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $47,960 | -44% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $59,480 | -43% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,330 | $47,220 | -43% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $59,070 | -42% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $54,780 | $36,490 | -33% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $73,710 | $49,110 | -33% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $121,050 | $83,610 | -31% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $155,330 | $107,510 | -31% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $55,148 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Tucson?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $61,553 in Tucson, 59% more in Portland.