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MESA vs. HOUSTON
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Mesa, Arizona vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
11.9%
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$66,075
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Houston
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Mesa, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
26.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
4.4% higher
Health
2.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% higher
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