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Arizona City

Pop. 9,543·45th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Arizona City, AZ
Median rent (all units)
$1,430/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.3%
Month-over-Month
-4.2%
vs US Median
-$532
Falling (Monthly)
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Arizona City · $1,430
More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,430/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$57,000/yr
Local median income
$66,420/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Arizona City's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,690/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,430 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$17,160/yr
At $1,430/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.3% YoY, -4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Arizona City, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 12% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,543
Median income
$66,420
Median age
47.9
Renters
21.4%
Age distribution
18.6%
18.6%
19.9%
15%
27.8%
Under 1818.6%
18–3418.6%
35–5419.9%
55–6415%
65+27.8%
Gender
50.9%
49.1%
Male50.9%
Female49.1%
Race & ethnicity
60.4%
39.9%
White60.4%
Black5.8%
Hispanic39.9%
Education (25+)
19.8%
30.4%
37.7%
12%
No HS diploma19.8%
HS diploma30.4%
Some college37.7%
Bachelor's+12%
Housing tenure
78.6%
21.4%
Owner78.6%
Renter21.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Arizona City, AZ has changed in 5 years

Income
$44,132 → $66,420
up 50.5%
Population
8,950 → 9,543
up 6.6%
Renter share
28.6% → 21.4%
-7.2 pts
Bachelor's+
12.2% → 12%
-0.2 pts
Median age
41.5 → 47.9
+6.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Arizona City, AZ now reports about $66,420, up from $44,132 in 2021. The population has grown by 6.6% since 2021, moving from about 8,950 residents to roughly 9,543. Renters now make up 21.4% of households, compared with 28.6% five years ago.

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By apartment size

Arizona City rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Arizona City. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Arizona City is $1,430/mo as of August 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 26% of local median household income ($66,420/yr), Arizona City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Arizona City an affordable city for renters?

Arizona City is considered affordable for renters. At $1,430/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($66,420/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Arizona City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Arizona City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,430/mo in Arizona City. The local median household income is $66,420/yr, meaning the typical Arizona City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Arizona City?

Rent in Arizona City has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Arizona City rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Arizona City is one of the more affordable cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #45 out of 49 tracked cities at $1,430/mo.

What percentage of Arizona City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.4% of Arizona City households are renters, while 78.6% are owner-occupied. Arizona City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Arizona City rent compare to the national average?

Arizona City's median rent of $1,430/mo is $532 (27%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #45 out of 49 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,430/mo, rent takes ~26% of Arizona City's median household income ($66,420/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Arizona City 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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