Mesa, Arizona vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 31.2% more expensive than Mesa, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $131,181 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is more expensive than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Scottsdale
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Mesa, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
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  31.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  4.2% lower
  Health
  0.0% higher
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  Personal
  1.3% higher
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