Cost of Living in Mesa, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
212.0
100 = national avg
+112.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$93,275
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$220,468
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing273.5
Food153.7
Transportation207.4
Healthcare143.0
Utilities166.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,381
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,514
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mesa is 212.0, which is 112.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 273.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $93,275 per year to cover basic expenses.