West Lafayette, Indiana vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 5.9% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $57,166 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% more expensive in Tucson
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to West Lafayette, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  37.0% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% higher