salaryTempe is 7% 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
$1,944
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,883
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$92,626
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$479,600
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,482
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$148
$146
👥 People living there
222,758
188,065
Commute to work
28.8 min
20.9 min
College degree
34.5%
50%
Own their home
55.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
12.4%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Tacoma for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
- Pick Tempe for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tacoma | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,920 | $59,180 | -42% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $101,780 | $61,210 | -40% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $101,090 | $61,780 | -39% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $95,230 | $63,750 | -33% in Tempe |
| Operations Manager | $146,030 | $98,610 | -32% in Tempe |
| Market Research Analyst | $102,170 | $74,590 | -27% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $115,120 | $85,050 | -26% in Tempe |
| Medical Assistant | $61,500 | $46,830 | -24% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tacoma or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Tempe is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,953 a month there versus $1,944 in Tacoma.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Tacoma?
About $55,780 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Tacoma or Tempe?
The typical household earns $92,626 in Tacoma and $85,917 in Tempe, 8% more in Tacoma.