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Hodori Restaurant/ Mesa, AZ
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Relocation guide
Moving to Mesa
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
507,478
Median age 37.2
Median household income
$78,779
Median rent
$1,478/mo
Median home value
$364,300
Schools
147
39 districts
Summer high / winter low
106° / 38°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.43% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in January, November, December, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 46 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Hot summers: July highs average 106°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Mesa?
Mesa spans 12 zip codes. Median home values range from $261,200 to $530,700 by zip.
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Life in Mesa
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TRYING THE BEST HAWAIIAN FOOD IN ARIZONA!! HAPA FOOD CO | MESA,AZ
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Is Mesa a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.43% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in January, November, December, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Hot summers: July highs average 106°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Mesa?
The median household earns $78,779. Rent at the median ($1,478/month) is about 23% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $59,120 a year.
How many schools are in Mesa?
147 public and private schools across 39 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Mesa?
Highs average 106°F in July and lows 38°F in December. The most comfortable months are January, November, December.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.