Athens, New York vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 3.5% more expensive than Athens, New York.

You would need a salary of $31,038 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than Athens, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
13% more expensive in Tucson
than in Athens, New York
Athens, NY vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Athens, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% higher
      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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.9% lower
  Commute
  13.9% higher
  Health
  27.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher