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AUSTIN vs. MESA
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Austin, Texas vs. Mesa, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is
16.2%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$61,991
in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Mesa
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Austin, Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
31.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% higher
Commute
3.7% higher
Health
9.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% lower
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