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Looking to move to Tucson, AZ? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Tucson, AZ is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Tucson, AZ has a population of 548153. What about cost of living in Tucson, AZ? The median income in Tucson, AZ is $55,886 and the median home value is $275,701.

Read on to learn more about Tucson, AZ, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Tucson, AZ

Average Temperatures

83 high / 55 low

Average Annual Rainfall

13 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Tucson, Arizona

Median Home Value
$275,701
Median Property Tax
$2,186
Total Population
548,153
Average Commute
20 min
Median Household Income
$55,886
Median Monthly Rent
$932

Map of Tucson, AZ

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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