Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Mesa, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is 16.4% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $32,602 in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Mesa
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Idaho Falls, Mesa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  53.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher