Loading
Assembling your view…
Crunching costs, sorting signals, rendering insights.
Crunching costs, sorting signals, rendering insights.
Tucson is the most affordable city in Arizona with a cost of living index of 82 and median rent of $1,399/month. This is 18 points below the national average of 100.
Across the 12 cities tracked in Arizona, the average cost of living index is 103 (national average: 111). Average monthly rent is $1,772, compared to the national average of $1,895.
Arizona's average cost index of 103 is 8 points below the national average of 111. The most affordable city, Tucson, has an index of 82, while the most expensive, Scottsdale, is at 123.
In Tucson (cheapest city), a salary of $50,000–$60,000 typically allows comfortable living with rent under 30% of net income. In more expensive cities like Scottsdale, you may need $80,000–$100,000 to maintain the same standard. Use our salary checker to see exact calculations.
Arizona is more affordable than the national average, making it a solid choice for cost-conscious movers.