salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,608
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,657
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$80,985
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$539,500
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,729
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$77
$146
👥 People living there
208,007
188,065
Commute to work
19.5 min
20.9 min
College degree
51.5%
50%
Own their home
45.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
13.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.2%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Salt Lake City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Salt Lake City | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $32,320 | $47,530 | +47% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $77,920 | $59,180 | -24% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $85,890 | $100,830 | +17% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,970 | $78,080 | +17% in Tempe |
| Market Research Analyst | $64,670 | $74,590 | +15% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,510 | $45,290 | +12% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,330 | $102,520 | +9% in Tempe |
| Civil Engineer | $98,800 | $90,330 | -9% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Salt Lake City or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Salt Lake City and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Salt Lake City?
About $61,456 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Salt Lake City or Tempe?
The typical household earns $80,985 in Salt Lake City and $85,917 in Tempe, 6% more in Tempe.