salaryMesa is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,826
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$157
👥 People living there
511,764
209,978
Commute to work
24.7 min
35.6 min
College degree
32.5%
35.7%
Own their home
64.4%
46.2%
Below poverty line
10.3%
13.8%
Unemployment
4.2%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Mesa is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,826 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $62,674 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $90,108 in Yonkers, 1% more in Yonkers.