Arlington, Virginia vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 40.8% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,376 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Tucson
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Arlington, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.8% 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
  17.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  21.1% lower
  Health
  15.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower