Zip 75181 (Mesquite, TX) Cost of Living


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Mesquite cost of living score
100.2
More expensive
0.2% higher
than the US average
6.4% higher
than the Texas average
Mesquite (zip 75181), Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.2% higher than the U.S. average and 6.4% higher than the average for Texas.

Zip 75181 (Mesquite, TX)

Housing costs in Mesquite?
A typical home costs $327,500, which is 3.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 10.0% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mesquite costs $2,360 per month, which is 84.4% more than the national average of $1,280 and 35.2% more than the state average of $1,530.

Can I afford Mesquite?
To live comfortably in Mesquite (zip 75181), Texas, a minimum annual income of $62,640 for a family, and $80,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mesquite?
75181 Mesquite, TX has an overall cost of living that is slightly higher than the national average. It has a median home value of $143,400 and a median rental rate of $982, which is lower than the national average. The grocery index is 8% lower than the national average for this region, while housing costs are 2% higher. The transportation index in 75181 Mesquite, TX is 3% lower than the national average, while utilities are 4% lower than the national average. This makes it affordable to live in this city for residents of all income levels.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMesquiteTexasUnited States
  100.294.2100.0
  98.593.7100
  98.1100.0100.0
  92.083.5100.0
  $327,500$297,600$338,100
  101.4%99.2%100.0%
  129.3103.3100.0
  106.683.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 7 years ago

Mesquite is the hidden gem east of Dallas. It touts a great school system, affordable housing, a genuine community spirit, and a short commute time with multiple access  More

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