salaryTucson is 13% 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
$2,273
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,549
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$133,583
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$938,600
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$7,337
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$109
$143
👥 People living there
754,195
547,073
Commute to work
26 min
21.9 min
College degree
68.4%
31.1%
Own their home
43.7%
51.8%
Below poverty line
9.9%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Seattle 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.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Seattle | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,920 | $47,220 | -54% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $101,090 | $47,960 | -53% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $146,030 | $83,610 | -43% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $102,170 | $59,540 | -42% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $101,780 | $59,480 | -42% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $95,230 | $59,070 | -38% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $57,280 | $36,490 | -36% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $76,410 | $49,110 | -36% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Seattle or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Seattle?
About $52,314 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Seattle or Tucson?
The typical household earns $133,583 in Seattle and $61,553 in Tucson, 117% more in Seattle.