salaryTucson is 4% 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
$2,216
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,886
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$81,400
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$420,400
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,264
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$162
$143
👥 People living there
401,618
547,073
Commute to work
24.8 min
21.9 min
College degree
45.7%
31.1%
Own their home
50.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
18.9%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tampa | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,490 | $75,940 | +22% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,120 | $47,220 | -21% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,210 | $59,540 | -21% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $59,660 | $47,960 | -20% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $103,670 | $83,610 | -19% in Tucson |
| Civil Engineer | $100,570 | $81,490 | -19% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $127,490 | $107,510 | -16% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,570 | $42,940 | +14% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tampa or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Tampa?
About $57,625 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Tampa or Tucson?
The typical household earns $81,400 in Tampa and $61,553 in Tucson, 32% more in Tampa.