salaryTucson is 3% 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
$1,489
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,351
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$75,564
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$363,500
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,947
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$143
👥 People living there
230,293
547,073
Commute to work
20.6 min
21.9 min
College degree
33.9%
31.1%
Own their home
58.8%
51.8%
Below poverty line
13.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Spokane for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Spokane | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,800 | $47,220 | -52% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $83,310 | $47,960 | -42% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $119,420 | $83,610 | -30% in Tucson |
| Electrician | $79,830 | $59,480 | -25% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $48,560 | $36,490 | -25% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $61,900 | $49,110 | -21% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $95,660 | $76,970 | -20% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $100,510 | $81,490 | -19% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Spokane or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,489 in Spokane.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Spokane?
About $57,937 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Spokane or Tucson?
The typical household earns $75,564 in Spokane and $61,553 in Tucson, 23% more in Spokane.