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
$2,021
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,659
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$72,707
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$422,300
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.4
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,594
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$143
$143
👥 People living there
222,724
547,073
Commute to work
29.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
13.1%
31.1%
Own their home
50%
51.8%
Below poverty line
18.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick San Bernardino for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | San Bernardino | 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 San Bernardino or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,021 in San Bernardino.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in San Bernardino?
About $54,619 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, San Bernardino or Tucson?
The typical household earns $72,707 in San Bernardino and $61,553 in Tucson, 18% more in San Bernardino.