salarySpokane is 3% 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
$1,489
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,351
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$75,564
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$363,500
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,947
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$146
👥 People living there
230,293
188,065
Commute to work
20.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
33.9%
50%
Own their home
58.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
13.8%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Spokane | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,800 | $59,180 | -40% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $83,310 | $61,780 | -26% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $79,830 | $61,210 | -23% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $119,420 | $98,610 | -17% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $72,800 | $63,750 | -12% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,690 | $102,520 | -12% in Tempe |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,230 | $39,170 | -11% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $95,660 | $85,050 | -11% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Spokane or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Spokane is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,489 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Spokane?
About $61,776 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Spokane or Tempe?
The typical household earns $75,564 in Spokane and $85,917 in Tempe, 12% more in Tempe.