South Tucson, AZ Cost of Living


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South Tucson cost of living score
97
Less expensive
3.0% lower
than the US average
8.8% lower
than the Arizona average
South Tucson, Arizona gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 97, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.0% lower than the U.S. average and 8.8% lower than the average for Arizona.

South Tucson, AZ

Housing costs in South Tucson?
A typical home costs $199,000, which is 41.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.2% less expensive than the average Arizona home, at $407,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in South Tucson costs $1,110 per month, which is 22.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 39.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,550.

Can I afford South Tucson?
To live comfortably in South Tucson, Arizona, a minimum annual income of $38,160 for a family, and $33,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about South Tucson?
The cost of living in South Tucson, AZ is relatively affordable compared to many other parts of the country. Despite its small size, the city offers plenty of amenities that make it attractive to those looking for an inexpensive place to live. Housing costs are quite low in South Tucson, with median home prices being significantly lower than the national average. Public transportation is also relatively inexpensive and widely available throughout most of the city. Groceries, health care costs, and utilities are all fairly affordable as well. All in all, South Tucson is a great option for those looking for an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSouth TucsonArizonaUnited States
  97.0106.4100.0
  9496.1100
  85.497.3100.0
  58.2119.7100.0
  $199,000$407,400$338,100
  102.1%102.7%100.0%
  98.5107.0100.0
  98.693.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for South Tucson
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Over 14 years ago

I loved Tucson for a while, I've lived here 12yrs but now that I want to settle down and finally get married and have kids I want a safer place to raise my kids, also a  More

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Over 16 years ago

I hate to say it, but disappointed. Standards in Tucson in general are lower than I've ever seen in a City. I've lived in L.A, Hollywood, San Jose, Santa Clara,  More

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