salaryTucson is 9% 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
$2,420
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,020
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$98,192
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$584,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,428
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$163
$143
👥 People living there
319,069
547,073
Commute to work
31.3 min
21.9 min
College degree
25.7%
31.1%
Own their home
56.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12.2%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.3%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Riverside | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,520 | $47,220 | -52% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $47,960 | -39% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $70,880 | $49,110 | -31% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $133,940 | $94,110 | -30% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $115,120 | $81,490 | -29% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $101,870 | $76,970 | -24% in Tucson |
| Nurse Practitioner | $169,920 | $129,340 | -24% in Tucson |
| Physician Assistant | $165,490 | $129,880 | -22% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Riverside or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Riverside?
About $54,619 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Riverside or Tucson?
The typical household earns $98,192 in Riverside and $61,553 in Tucson, 60% more in Riverside.