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 $17,158 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
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  0.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  5.1% higher
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  Personal
  7.5% lower
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