Cost of Living in Tucson, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.4
100 = national avg
-0.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,724
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$103,348
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.3
Food91.7
Transportation85.8
Healthcare93.4
Utilities98.5
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 Tucson is 99.4, which is 0.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,724 per year to cover basic expenses.