Payette, Idaho vs. Mesa, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is 31.1% more expensive than Payette, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $87,362 in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Payette, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is more expensive than Payette, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Mesa
than in Payette, Idaho
Payette, ID vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Payette, Mesa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  58.1% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher