salaryTempe is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,953
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,899
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$85,917
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$455,400
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,175
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$146
$96
👥 People living there
188,065
681,294
Commute to work
20.9 min
30 min
College degree
50%
64.2%
Own their home
42.3%
41.5%
Below poverty line
15.8%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.5%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Tempe for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tempe | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $156,460 | +59% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $195,190 | +44% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $79,470 | +34% in Washington |
| Accountant | $80,820 | $102,140 | +26% in Washington |
| Electrician | $61,210 | $75,930 | +24% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | $127,040 | +22% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $131,750 | $154,930 | +18% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $71,920 | +18% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tempe or Washington cheaper to live in?
Tempe is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,953 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Tempe?
About $63,234 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Tempe or Washington?
The typical household earns $85,917 in Tempe and $118,495 in Washington, 27% more in Washington.