salaryTucson is 8% 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
$1,942
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,595
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$86,180
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$440,900
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.1
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,174
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$143
👥 People living there
322,326
547,073
Commute to work
31.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
20%
31.1%
Own their home
53.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Stockton for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Stockton | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,400 | $47,220 | -52% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $79,540 | $47,960 | -40% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $174,880 | $107,510 | -39% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $116,990 | $81,490 | -30% in Tucson |
| Registered Nurse | $134,580 | $94,110 | -30% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $69,160 | $49,110 | -29% in Tucson |
| HVAC Technician | $75,710 | $56,070 | -26% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $99,900 | $76,970 | -23% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Stockton or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,942 in Stockton.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Stockton?
About $55,322 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Stockton or Tucson?
The typical household earns $86,180 in Stockton and $61,553 in Tucson, 40% more in Stockton.