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CHICAGO vs. MESA
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Mesa, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is
0.9%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$126,164
in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Mesa
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Chicago, Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
0.9% higher
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Food
0.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.9% higher
Commute
17.7% lower
Health
5.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.5% lower
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