City Report · AZ

Avondale

Pop. 92,477·26th most expensive in Arizona·Avondale rents are up 6.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,809/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.1%
Month-over-Month
+1.0%
vs US Median
-$156
Rising (Monthly)
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Avondale · $1,809
More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
86/100
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Rents are 18% below what Avondale's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,809/mo
Expected by trend
$2,207/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,650
1 BR
$1,810
2 BR
$2,105
3 BR
$2,830
4 BR+
$3,170
Research median
$2,105/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,708/yr
At $1,809/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.1% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Avondale, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
92,477
Median income
$86,123
Median age
33.4
Renters
38.4%
Age distribution
26.8%
25.6%
27.8%
Under 1826.8%
18–3425.6%
35–5427.8%
55–6411%
65+8.8%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
33.7%
53.4%
White33.7%
Black10.7%
Hispanic53.4%
Asian4.2%
Education (25+)
14.4%
29.9%
34.3%
21.3%
No HS diploma14.4%
HS diploma29.9%
Some college34.3%
Bachelor's+21.3%
Housing tenure
61.6%
38.4%
Owner61.6%
Renter38.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Avondale, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,508 → $1,809
up 20.0%
Income
$69,241 → $86,123
up 24.4%
Population
88,065 → 92,477
up 5.0%
Renter share
39.4% → 38.4%
-1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
19.7% → 21.3%
+1.6 pts
Median age
31.2 → 33.4
+2.2 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Avondale, AZ has shifted from $1,508 to $1,809, up 20.0% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Avondale, AZ now reports about $86,123, up from $69,241 in 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 Avondale, AZ adding about 4,412 residents over the five-year window, up 5.0% on net. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Avondale, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Avondale rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Avondale, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Avondale is $1,809/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,650/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,105/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,830/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($86,123/yr), Avondale ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Avondale an affordable city for renters?

Avondale is considered affordable for renters. At $1,809/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($86,123/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Avondale falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Avondale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,809/mo in Avondale. The local median household income is $86,123/yr, meaning the typical Avondale household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Avondale?

Rent in Avondale has increased 6.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Avondale neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Avondale are 85323 ($1,777/mo), and 85392 ($1,825/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Avondale is $1,809/mo.

How does Avondale rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Avondale is middle-of-the-pack for Arizona for rent, ranking #26 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,809/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Avondale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Avondale ($1,809/mo): Youngtown ($1,417/mo), Goodyear ($1,697/mo).

What percentage of Avondale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.4% of Avondale households are renters, while 61.6% are owner-occupied. Avondale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Avondale rent compare to the national average?

Avondale's median rent of $1,809/mo is $156 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #26 out of 51 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,809/mo, rent takes ~25% of Avondale's median household income ($86,123/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.5%
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