Considerations when moving from Tempe to Tucson

Cost of living: Tempe vs. Tucson

Tempe Tucson
Average rent cost $1,834 $1,295
Average home value $471,494 $327,203
Average income (per capita) $64,080 $61,749
Cost of living (single person) $5,433 $2,390
Cost of living (family of 4) $6,810 $6,043
Unemployment rate 5.4% 7.4%
  • Rent prices in Tucson are 29% lower than in Tempe.
  • Home prices in Tucson are 30.6% lower than in Tempe.
  • Income in Tucson is 3.6% lower than in Tempe.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Tucson is 56.0% lower than in Tempe.
  • The cost of living for a family in Tucson is 11.3% lower than in Tempe.
  • The unemployment rate in Tucson is 37.04% higher than in Tempe.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,319.71 in Tucson to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Tempe.

How life is different in Tempe vs. Tucson

Tucson Tempe
Population 542,629 180,587
Political leaning Republican 52-48 Democratic 49.8-48.3
Summer high 101ยบF 104ยบF
Winter low 38ยบF 42ยบF
Annual rain 12" 9"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 54.43 42.36
  • The population of Tucson is approximately 200% greater than the population of Tempe.
  • In the last presidential election, Tucson voted Republican and Tempe voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Tucson is 101ยบF and in Tempe, itโ€™s 104ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Tucson reaches the temperature of 38ยบF and Tempe gets down to 42ยบF.
  • You can expect about 12 inches of annual rainfall in Tucson vs 9 inches of rainfall in Tempe.
  • In Tucson, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Tempe.
  • Tucson has a higher crime rate than Tempe with a crime index of 54.43 vs 42.36.

Things to do in Tucson

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Tucson has plenty to offer:

Museums in Tucsontoggle

  • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
  • Pima Air and Space Museum
  • DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Museum
  • The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
  • Franklin Auto Museum
  • Children's Museum Tucson
  • Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block
  • International Wildlife Museum

Parks in Tucsontoggle

  • Agua Caliente Park
  • Himmel Park
  • Rillito River Park
  • Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
  • Sabino Canyon
  • Rio Vista Natural Resources Park

Sports Teams in Tucsontoggle

  • University of Arizona Wildcats (NCAA)
  • Tucson Saguaros (Pecos League)
  • Tucson Roadrunners (AHL)
  • FC Tucson (USL)
  • Tucson Monsoon (IWFL)
  • Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL)

Universities in Tucsontoggle

  • University of Arizona
  • Pima Community College
  • Arizona State University's College of Public Service & Community Solutions
  • Tucson College
  • Brookline College
  • University of Phoenix
  • Prescott College
  • Northern Arizona University
  • Arizona School of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
  • The Art Center Design College
  • Wayland Baptist University

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Tempe to Tucson?toggle

To ship furniture from Tempe to Tucson with a mover will cost between $621 and $2,752. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,302โ€“$3,702, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Tempe to Tucson will cost from $1,806โ€“$4,527.

How much are moving container companies from Tempe to Tucson?toggle

Moving containers from Tempe to Tucson will cost you $537 to $1,386 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,088 to $1,946. A larger home will cost $1,271 to $2,202.

How much is a moving truck from Tempe to Tucson?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $133 to $186. A larger move will cost $137 to $212, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Tempe to Tucson costs from $163 to $240.

How far in advance should I book Tempe-to-Tucson movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Tempe to Tucson at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Tempe-to-Tucson movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Tucson?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Tucson is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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