Mesa, AZ

Average · 107

Arizona · Population 507,478 · Updated March 2026

$1,478
Median Rent / Month
$78,779
Median Income
$364,300
Median Home Value
$1,404
Owner Costs / Month

Affordability

How far your income goes in Mesa

22.5%
Rent-to-Income Ratio
Affordable
Rent takes less than 25% of median income — considered affordable by HUD standards.

Tax Burden in Arizona

State-level tax rates that affect your costs

2.5%
Income Tax (Top Rate)
5.6%
Sales Tax
0.62%
Property Tax Rate

Estimated Annual Costs

$17,736
Annual Rent
$1,969
State Income Tax
$2,259
Property Tax (est.)

Cost of Living Overview

Mesa is more expensive than the national average. Higher housing costs are typically the primary driver. With a cost index of 107 (where 100 equals the national median), Mesa residents can expect to pay median rent of $1,478/month while earning a median household income of $78,779/year.

The median home value in Mesa, AZ is $364,300, with typical monthly owner costs around $1,404 including mortgage, insurance, and taxes. The median rent-to-income ratio of 22.5% means housing is relatively affordable here — well below the 30% threshold that HUD considers cost-burdened.

Arizona has a moderate income tax rate of 2.5%. Combined with a 5.6% sales tax rate and 0.62% effective property tax rate, the overall tax environment is a factor in the total cost of living in Mesa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living costs in Mesa

What is the cost of living in Mesa, AZ?
The cost of living index in Mesa, AZ is 107 (US average = 100). Median monthly rent is $1,478, median household income is $78,779/year, and the median home value is $364,300.
Is Mesa, AZ affordable?
No, Mesa is more expensive than the national average with a cost index of 107. The rent-to-income ratio is 22.5%—below the 30%% threshold considered affordable by HUD.
What is the average rent in Mesa, AZ?
The median gross rent in Mesa, AZ is $1,478 per month according to the US Census Bureau ACS 2023 data. Annual rent costs approximately $17,736.
What is the median household income in Mesa?
The median household income in Mesa, AZ is $78,779 per year. This compares to the national median of approximately $80,000.
What are the taxes like in Arizona?
Arizona has a top income tax rate of 2.5%, a sales tax of 5.6%, and an effective property tax rate of 0.62%.

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