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
$1,331
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$143
👥 People living there
208,772
547,073
Commute to work
19.3 min
21.9 min
College degree
30%
31.1%
Own their home
38.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
27.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Rochester | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $89,120 | $47,960 | -46% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $148,150 | $107,510 | -27% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,840 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $77,310 | $59,480 | -23% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,170 | $59,540 | -23% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,060 | $75,940 | +22% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $73,580 | $59,070 | -20% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $45,310 | $36,490 | -19% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Rochester 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 Rochester?
About $59,914 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Tucson?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $61,553 in Tucson, 17% more in Tucson.