Cost of Living in Mesa, WA

With a cost of living index of 79, Mesa, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and 41% below the Washington state average of 119. Mesa is a small community of 631 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mesa's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $959 (27% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $183,300 (40% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Mesa is $71,875, which is 4% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Mesa. The area sees an average annual temperature of 53.3°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches spread over roughly 77 days.

Everyday prices in the Kennewick-Richland, WA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.