salaryTucson is 5% 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
$1,964
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,603
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$73,466
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.8
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,418
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$143
👥 People living there
191,767
547,073
Commute to work
25 min
21.9 min
College degree
34.6%
31.1%
Own their home
41.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
20.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
8.2%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Providence | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $86,720 | $47,220 | -46% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $83,960 | $59,540 | -29% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $66,150 | $47,960 | -27% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $79,820 | $59,070 | -26% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $110,360 | $83,610 | -24% in Tucson |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,580 | $98,100 | -24% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $61,910 | $49,110 | -21% in Tucson |
| Accountant | $95,020 | $76,320 | -20% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Providence or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Providence?
About $57,125 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Providence or Tucson?
The typical household earns $73,466 in Providence and $61,553 in Tucson, 19% more in Providence.