Cost of Living in Mesa, AZ
Population: 507,478 • 2026 Data
$78,779
Median Household Income
+2% vs national
$1,478
Median Monthly Rent
+10% vs national
$364,300
Median Home Value
+7% vs national
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Mesa
The median home value in Mesa, AZ is $364,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,478, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,404.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Mesa, AZ is $78,779. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6%, with a labor force of 262,743 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.