Rockville, Maryland vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 31.4% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $34,277 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Tucson
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Rockville, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.4% 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
  15.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  27.9% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher