salaryTempe is 9% cheaperBased 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
$2,654
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,320
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$101,378
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$713,000
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,997
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$105
$146
👥 People living there
312,534
188,065
Commute to work
24.5 min
20.9 min
College degree
18.3%
50%
Own their home
44.6%
42.3%
Below poverty line
10.8%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Tempe for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Santa Ana | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $59,180 | -42% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $61,780 | -37% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $47,530 | +33% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $85,050 | -30% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $135,670 | -30% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $100,830 | -26% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $98,610 | -22% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $60,320 | -20% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Ana or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Tempe is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,953 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Santa Ana?
About $54,585 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Santa Ana or Tempe?
The typical household earns $101,378 in Santa Ana and $85,917 in Tempe, 18% more in Santa Ana.