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
$1,775
$1,826
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,560
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$85,748
$89,248
🔑 Buying a house
$303,000
$408,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,191
$1,604
⚡ Electric bill per month
$186
$168
👥 People living there
963,194
511,764
Commute to work
27.1 min
24.7 min
College degree
32%
32.5%
Own their home
57%
64.4%
Below poverty line
13.1%
10.3%
Unemployment
4.8%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Worth 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 | Fort Worth | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $47,530 | +97% in Mesa |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $60,320 | +24% in Mesa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,080 | +21% in Mesa |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $135,670 | -19% in Mesa |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,290 | +18% in Mesa |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $34,920 | +17% in Mesa |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $44,950 | +17% in Mesa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,770 | -15% in Mesa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Worth or Mesa cheaper to live in?
Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth?
About $60,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Mesa.
Where do people earn more, Fort Worth or Mesa?
The typical household earns $85,748 in Fort Worth and $89,248 in Mesa, 4% more in Mesa.