United States
Cost of Living in Tucson, AZ
Monthly Total
$2,965
$51,888
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,249
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$57
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,249
$21,858
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$296
$5,180
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$197
$3,448
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$216
$3,780
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$308
$5,390
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$310
$5,425
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$88
$1,540
Monthly Total
$2,965
$51,888
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