Pima, AZ vs Tolleson, AZ

Pima is moderately more affordable than Tolleson, with a 11.8% lower cost of living index. Pima scores 87 compared to 98 for Tolleson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Tolleson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Pima is $1,047/month compared to $1,258/month in Tolleson — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pima is more affordable at $261,700 median vs $287,000.

Median household income in Pima is $97,238 compared to $55,015 in Tolleson (+76.7%). Pima offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Pima spend roughly 12.9% of their income on rent, less than the 27.4% in Tolleson.