salaryDetroit is 3% 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
$1,347
$1,826
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$89,248
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$408,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$1,604
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$168
👥 People living there
638,530
511,764
Commute to work
24.8 min
24.7 min
College degree
18.1%
32.5%
Own their home
50.3%
64.4%
Below poverty line
32.7%
10.3%
Unemployment
14%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Mesa for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $47,530 | +27% in Mesa |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $63,750 | -26% in Mesa |
| Electrician | $81,990 | $61,210 | -25% in Mesa |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $102,520 | +21% in Mesa |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | $46,830 | +19% in Mesa |
| Cashier | $30,090 | $34,920 | +16% in Mesa |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,900 | $45,290 | +14% in Mesa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $69,300 | $78,080 | +13% in Mesa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Mesa cheaper to live in?
Detroit is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,347 a month there versus $1,826 in Mesa.
What salary do I need in Mesa to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $61,805 a year gives the same standard of living in Mesa.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Mesa?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $89,248 in Mesa, 52% more in Mesa.