Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 17.2% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,393 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Tucson
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Arlington Heights, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  23.3% lower
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower