Fernley, NV vs Mesquite, NV

Mesquite is moderately more affordable than Fernley, with a 8.8% lower cost of living index. Fernley scores 108 compared to 99 for Mesquite, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fernley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fernley is $1,463/month compared to $1,114/month in Mesquite — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mesquite has cheaper rent, Fernley actually has lower median home values ($352,600 vs $374,400).

Median household income in Fernley is $87,991 compared to $74,439 in Mesquite (+18.2%). While Fernley is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fernley spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Mesquite.

Climate-wise, Mesquite is notably warmer with an average of 68.8°F compared to 53.7°F in Fernley. Fernley receives more rainfall at 4.9" per year compared to 4" in Mesquite.