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LA_MESA vs. PHOENIX
Cost of Living Comparison
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La Mesa, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
28.8%
cheaper
than La Mesa, California.
You would need a salary of
$53,425
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in La Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than La Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Phoenix
than in La Mesa, California
La_Mesa, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to La_Mesa, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.5% lower
Commute
1.7% lower
Health
3.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.9% lower
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