Lawrence, Kansas vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 2.7% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $20,536 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Tucson
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Lawrence, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  11.2% higher
  Health
  19.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher