salaryTucson is 6% 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
$1,953
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,899
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$85,917
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$455,400
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,175
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$146
$143
👥 People living there
188,065
547,073
Commute to work
20.9 min
21.9 min
College degree
50%
31.1%
Own their home
42.3%
51.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.5%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tempe | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $36,490 | -23% in Tucson |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $47,960 | -22% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $107,510 | -21% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $47,220 | -20% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | $59,540 | -20% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $49,110 | -19% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $83,610 | -15% in Tucson |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,410 | $40,090 | -14% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tempe or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Tucson is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,358 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Tempe?
About $56,272 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Tempe or Tucson?
The typical household earns $85,917 in Tempe and $61,553 in Tucson, 40% more in Tempe.