salaryTucson is 4% 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
$1,783
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$143
👥 People living there
273,212
547,073
Commute to work
20.3 min
21.9 min
College degree
36.8%
31.1%
Own their home
49.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $36,490 | +42% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $47,960 | -41% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $107,510 | -34% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,430 | $47,220 | -24% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $77,020 | $59,070 | -23% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $105,470 | $81,490 | -23% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $62,350 | $49,110 | -21% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $106,050 | $83,610 | -21% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $57,554 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Tucson?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $61,553 in Tucson, 42% more in Reno.