Irving, TX vs Mesquite, TX

Mesquite is moderately more affordable than Irving, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Irving scores 105 compared to 97 for Mesquite, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Irving can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Irving is $1,517/month compared to $1,407/month in Mesquite — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mesquite is more affordable at $226,500 median vs $287,300.

Median household income in Irving is $79,641 compared to $71,843 in Mesquite (+10.9%). While Irving is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Irving spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23.5% in Mesquite.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.6°F vs 68°F). Mesquite receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 37" in Irving.