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SCOTTSDALE vs. MESA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Mesa, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is
23.8%
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$38,115
in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Mesa
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Scottsdale, Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.2% lower
Commute
4.4% higher
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% lower
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