salaryTallahassee 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
$1,480
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,394
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$61,916
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$294,400
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,540
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$208
$143
👥 People living there
201,875
547,073
Commute to work
19.1 min
21.9 min
College degree
51.3%
31.1%
Own their home
40.6%
51.8%
Below poverty line
23.6%
18.9%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Tallahassee for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tallahassee | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $72,510 | $98,100 | +35% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,040 | $75,940 | +29% in Tucson |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,180 | $42,560 | +25% in Tucson |
| Accountant | $61,840 | $76,320 | +23% in Tucson |
| Truck Driver | $46,470 | $56,640 | +22% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $48,540 | $59,070 | +22% in Tucson |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,520 | $96,740 | +22% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $35,610 | $42,940 | +21% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tallahassee or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tallahassee is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,480 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Tallahassee?
About $61,902 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Tallahassee or Tucson?
The typical household earns $61,916 in Tallahassee and $61,553 in Tucson, 1% more in Tallahassee.