salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,822
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,658
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$92,099
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$415,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.2
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,048
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$133
$143
👥 People living there
481,031
547,073
Commute to work
23 min
21.9 min
College degree
54%
31.1%
Own their home
50.7%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Raleigh 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 | Raleigh | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $114,940 | $83,610 | -27% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $78,980 | $59,540 | -25% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,170 | $47,220 | -22% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $101,440 | $81,490 | -20% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,080 | $75,940 | +19% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $131,920 | $107,510 | -19% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $65,860 | $76,970 | +17% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,470 | $42,940 | +12% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Raleigh or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Raleigh and Tucson cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Raleigh?
About $59,229 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Raleigh or Tucson?
The typical household earns $92,099 in Raleigh and $61,553 in Tucson, 50% more in Raleigh.