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MERCED vs. MESA
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Merced, California vs. Mesa, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is
2.5%
more expensive
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$51,229
in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is
more expensive
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Mesa
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Merced, Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
2.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.2% lower
Commute
12.8% higher
Health
23.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.7% higher
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