Oswego, Illinois vs. Mesa, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is 2.5% more expensive than Oswego, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,376 in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Oswego, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is more expensive than Oswego, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Mesa
than in Oswego, Illinois
Oswego, IL vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Oswego, Mesa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  9.7% lower
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower