salaryTucson is 12% 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
$3,027
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,662
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$132,722
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$784,700
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,890
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$143
👥 People living there
230,221
547,073
Commute to work
34.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
39.8%
31.1%
Own their home
71.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Clarita or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Santa Clarita?
About $52,509 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Santa Clarita or Tucson?
The typical household earns $132,722 in Santa Clarita and $61,553 in Tucson, 116% more in Santa Clarita.