Wasilla, Alaska vs. Mesa, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesa, Arizona is 3.6% cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $72,331 in Mesa, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Wasilla, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesa, Arizona is cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
27% cheaper in Mesa
than in Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, AK vs. Mesa, AZ
Compared to Wasilla, Mesa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% lower
      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
  27.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  6.0% lower
  Health
  27.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower