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
$1,889
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,783
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$80,360
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$433,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,149
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$143
👥 People living there
219,187
547,073
Commute to work
22.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
31.4%
31.1%
Own their home
50.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
12.2%
18.9%
Unemployment
7.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Spring Valley for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Spring Valley or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,889 in Spring Valley.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Spring Valley?
About $58,150 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Spring Valley or Tucson?
The typical household earns $80,360 in Spring Valley and $61,553 in Tucson, 31% more in Spring Valley.