salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,619
$1,826
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$89,248
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$408,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$1,604
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$168
👥 People living there
573,243
511,764
Commute to work
29.1 min
24.7 min
College degree
36.1%
32.5%
Own their home
47.5%
64.4%
Below poverty line
19.7%
10.3%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Mesa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $47,530 | +31% in Mesa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $59,180 | -23% in Mesa |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $61,780 | -16% in Mesa |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $98,610 | -16% in Mesa |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $102,520 | -12% in Mesa |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $85,050 | +11% in Mesa |
| Civil Engineer | $100,500 | $90,330 | -10% in Mesa |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,850 | $46,410 | +8% in Mesa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Mesa cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Mesa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Mesa to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $59,328 a year gives the same standard of living in Mesa.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Mesa?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $89,248 in Mesa, 25% more in Mesa.