Topeka, Kansas vs. South Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Tucson, Arizona is 8.4% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $54,188 in South Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in South Tucson
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. South Tucson, AZ
Compared to Topeka, South Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  33.3% higher
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher