salarySt. Louis is 9% 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
$1,297
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,264
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$60,569
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$197,500
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,033
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$146
👥 People living there
288,512
188,065
Commute to work
22.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
41.1%
50%
Own their home
45.3%
42.3%
Below poverty line
20.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
5%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick St. Louis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | St. Louis | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $47,530 | +52% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $83,180 | $100,830 | +21% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $77,170 | $61,210 | -21% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,120 | $78,080 | +20% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $77,000 | $63,750 | -17% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $73,240 | $85,050 | +16% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,110 | $45,290 | +16% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $70,990 | $60,320 | -15% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is St. Louis or Tempe cheaper to live in?
St. Louis is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,297 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in St. Louis?
About $65,192 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, St. Louis or Tempe?
The typical household earns $60,569 in St. Louis and $85,917 in Tempe, 30% more in Tempe.