salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,826
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$146
👥 People living there
511,764
188,065
Commute to work
24.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
32.5%
50%
Own their home
64.4%
42.3%
Below poverty line
10.3%
15.8%
Unemployment
4.2%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Tempe for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mesa | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $100,830 | 0% in Tempe |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,270 | $136,270 | 0% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $78,080 | 0% in Tempe |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $45,290 | 0% in Tempe |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 | $46,830 | 0% in Tempe |
| Pharmacist | $144,490 | $144,490 | 0% in Tempe |
| Physician Assistant | $134,650 | $134,650 | 0% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | $102,520 | 0% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Mesa and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Tempe?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $85,917 in Tempe, 4% more in Mesa.