Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
41% cheaper
Tucson is 41% more affordable than Stamford. A $75,000 salary in Stamford is equivalent to $44,146 in Tucson.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Stamford has a housing index of 232 while Tucson sits at 83 (national average = 100). The median home in Stamford costs $580,000 compared to $265,000 in Tucson, a difference of $315,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,400 in Stamford versus $1,100 in Tucson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Stamford scores 110 while Tucson scores 98.
Healthcare costs in Stamford (114) are higher than Tucson (93).
Median household income in Stamford is $95,272 compared to $43,425 in Tucson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tucson.
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