Considerations when moving from Mesa to Tucson

Cost of living: Mesa vs. Tucson

Mesa Tucson
Average rent cost $1,786 $1,295
Average home value $432,892 $327,203
Average income (per capita) $64,524 $61,749
Cost of living (single person) $2,416 $2,390
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,566 $6,043
Unemployment rate 6.1% 7.4%
  • Rent prices in Tucson are 28% lower than in Mesa.
  • Home prices in Tucson are 24.4% lower than in Mesa.
  • Income in Tucson is 4.3% lower than in Mesa.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Tucson is 1.1% lower than in Mesa.
  • The cost of living for a family in Tucson is 8.6% higher than in Mesa.
  • The unemployment rate in Tucson is 21.31% higher than in Mesa.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,967.72 in Tucson to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Mesa.

How life is different in Mesa vs. Tucson

Tucson Mesa
Population 542,629 504,258
Political leaning Republican 52-48 Republican 52-48
Summer high 101ยบF 105ยบF
Winter low 38ยบF 40ยบF
Annual rain 12" 10"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 54.43 44.67
  • The population of Tucson is approximately 8% greater than the population of Mesa.
  • In the last presidential election, Tucson voted Republican and Mesa voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Tucson is 101ยบF and in Mesa, itโ€™s 105ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Tucson reaches the temperature of 38ยบF and Mesa gets down to 40ยบF.
  • You can expect about 12 inches of annual rainfall in Tucson vs 10 inches of rainfall in Mesa.
  • In Tucson, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Mesa.
  • Tucson has a higher crime rate than Mesa with a crime index of 54.43 vs 44.67.

Things to do in Tucson

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Tucson has plenty to offer:

Museums in Tucsontoggle

  • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
  • Pima Air and Space Museum
  • DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Museum
  • The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
  • Franklin Auto Museum
  • Children's Museum Tucson
  • Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block
  • International Wildlife Museum

Parks in Tucsontoggle

  • Agua Caliente Park
  • Himmel Park
  • Rillito River Park
  • Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
  • Sabino Canyon
  • Rio Vista Natural Resources Park

Sports Teams in Tucsontoggle

  • University of Arizona Wildcats (NCAA)
  • Tucson Saguaros (Pecos League)
  • Tucson Roadrunners (AHL)
  • FC Tucson (USL)
  • Tucson Monsoon (IWFL)
  • Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL)

Universities in Tucsontoggle

  • University of Arizona
  • Pima Community College
  • Arizona State University's College of Public Service & Community Solutions
  • Tucson College
  • Brookline College
  • University of Phoenix
  • Prescott College
  • Northern Arizona University
  • Arizona School of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
  • The Art Center Design College
  • Wayland Baptist University

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Mesa to Tucson?toggle

To ship furniture from Mesa to Tucson with a mover will cost between $667 and $2,783. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,312โ€“$3,761, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Mesa to Tucson will cost from $1,907โ€“$4,916.

How much are moving container companies from Mesa to Tucson?toggle

Moving containers from Mesa to Tucson will cost you $598 to $1,412 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,084 to $1,854. A larger home will cost $1,308 to $2,395.

How much is a moving truck from Mesa to Tucson?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $146 to $226. A larger move will cost $151 to $259, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Mesa to Tucson costs from $179 to $278.

How far in advance should I book Mesa-to-Tucson movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Mesa to Tucson at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Mesa-to-Tucson movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Tucson?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Tucson is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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