Mesa is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Moreno Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,826
$2,591
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$2,138
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$100,540
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$503,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$3,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$168
👥 People living there
511,764
211,666
Commute to work
24.7 min
35.5 min
College degree
32.5%
17.8%
Own their home
64.4%
63.3%
Below poverty line
10.3%
11.7%
Unemployment
4.2%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Moreno Valley cheaper to live in?
Mesa is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,826 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Moreno Valley to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $64,300 a year gives the same standard of living in Moreno Valley.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Moreno Valley?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $100,540 in Moreno Valley, 11% more in Moreno Valley.