Cost of Living in Mesquite, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.0
100 = national avg
+21.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,255
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,876
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing145.0
Food104.9
Transportation109.8
Healthcare103.9
Utilities112.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,648
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,931
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mesquite is 121.0, which is 21.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 145.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,255 per year to cover basic expenses.