salaryBuffalo is 8% 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
$1,397
$1,826
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$89,248
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$408,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$1,604
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$168
👥 People living there
276,854
511,764
Commute to work
19.9 min
24.7 min
College degree
31.2%
32.5%
Own their home
43%
64.4%
Below poverty line
26%
10.3%
Unemployment
7.3%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Mesa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $102,520 | +24% in Mesa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,370 | $78,080 | +23% in Mesa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $59,180 | -23% in Mesa |
| Electrician | $77,930 | $61,210 | -21% in Mesa |
| Firefighter | $74,470 | $61,780 | -17% in Mesa |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,790 | $45,290 | +14% in Mesa |
| Plumber | $72,230 | $63,750 | -12% in Mesa |
| Civil Engineer | $97,060 | $90,330 | -7% in Mesa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Mesa cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $1,826 in Mesa.
What salary do I need in Mesa to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $64,678 a year gives the same standard of living in Mesa.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Mesa?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $89,248 in Mesa, 40% more in Mesa.