salaryMesa is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mesa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,826
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$89,248
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$408,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,604
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$168
👥 People living there
236,254
511,764
Commute to work
26.2 min
24.7 min
College degree
77.1%
32.5%
Own their home
41.3%
64.4%
Below poverty line
7.4%
10.3%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $98,610 | -37% in Mesa |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $135,670 | -30% in Mesa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $59,180 | -26% in Mesa |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,820 | -21% in Mesa |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $61,210 | -19% in Mesa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $103,770 | -18% in Mesa |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $131,750 | -15% in Mesa |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $61,170 | -15% in Mesa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Mesa cheaper to live in?
Mesa is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,826 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Mesa to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,932 a year gives the same standard of living in Mesa.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Mesa?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $89,248 in Mesa, 72% more in Arlington.