How much does it cost to rent in Apache Junction, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Apache Junction, AZ is $1,741. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Apache Junction cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Apache Junction falls in the middle range for Arizona, ranking #31 out of 51 cities at $1,741/mo.

When was Apache Junction rent data last updated?

Apache Junction rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Apache Junction

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Pop. 41,058·31st most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Apache Junction, AZ

Median rent (all units)

$1,741/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-2.7%

vs US Median

-$224

Falling (Monthly)

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Apache Junction · $1,741

More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Apache Junction's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,741/mo

Expected by trend

$1,848/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Apache Junction's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,320

1 BR

$1,440

2 BR

$1,690

3 BR

$2,290

4 BR+

$2,610

Research median

$1,690/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,892/yr

At $1,741/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 0.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.1% YoY, -2.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Apache Junction, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

41,058

Median income

$60,975

Median age

53.1

Renters

20.9%

Age distribution

15.8%

16.5%

19.4%

14.2%

34%

Under 1815.8%

18–3416.5%

35–5419.4%

55–6414.2%

65+34%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

77.3%

19.2%

White77.3%

Black1.4%

Hispanic19.2%

Asian2.2%

Education (25+)

12.5%

35.1%

34.3%

18.1%

No HS diploma12.5%

HS diploma35.1%

Some college34.3%

Bachelor's+18.1%

Housing tenure

79.1%

20.9%

Owner79.1%

Renter20.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Apache Junction, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,568 → $1,741

up 11.0%

Income

$48,917 → $60,975

up 24.6%

Population

38,311 → 41,058

up 7.2%

Renter share

22.3% → 20.9%

-1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

17.5% → 18.1%

+0.6 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Apache Junction, AZ has shifted from $1,568 to $1,741, up 11.0% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $48,917 to $60,975 across the same window, up 24.6% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Apache Junction, AZ adding about 2,747 residents over the five-year window, up 7.2% on net. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Apache Junction, AZ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Apache Junction on your salary?

At $1,741/mo, how Apache Junction rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 15.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 12.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 34.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 38% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Apache Junction rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Apache Junction. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Apache Junction

About renting in Apache Junction, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Apache Junction is $1,741/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,690/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,290/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($60,975/yr), Apache Junction ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Apache Junction an affordable city for renters?

Apache Junction is considered moderate for renters. At $1,741/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($60,975/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Apache Junction slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Apache Junction?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,741/mo in Apache Junction. The local median household income is $60,975/yr, meaning the typical Apache Junction household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Apache Junction?

Rent in Apache Junction has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.1% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Apache Junction neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Apache Junction are 85119 ($1,706/mo), and 85120 ($1,777/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Apache Junction is $1,741/mo.

How does Apache Junction rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Apache Junction is middle-of-the-pack for Arizona for rent, ranking #31 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,741/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Apache Junction?

Mesa is nearby and more affordable at $1,549/mo, which is $192 less than Apache Junction.

What percentage of Apache Junction residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.9% of Apache Junction households are renters, while 79.1% are owner-occupied. Apache Junction leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Apache Junction rent compare to the national average?

Apache Junction's median rent of $1,741/mo is $224 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #31 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,741/mo, rent takes ~34% of Apache Junction's median household income ($60,975/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Apache Junction 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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