Cost of Living in South Tucson, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.1
100 = national avg
-24.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,059
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,138
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.0
Food75.8
Transportation51.6
Healthcare80.6
Utilities83.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,081
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,402
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Tucson is 75.1, which is 24.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,059 per year to cover basic expenses.