How much does it cost to rent in Flagstaff, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Flagstaff, AZ is $2,117. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Flagstaff cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Flagstaff is one of the pricier cities in Arizona, ranking #10 out of 51 cities tracked at $2,117/mo.

When was Flagstaff rent data last updated?

Flagstaff 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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Flagstaff

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Pop. 76,445·10th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Flagstaff, AZ

Median rent (all units)

$2,117/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.9%

Month-over-Month

+2.0%

vs US Median

+$152

Rising (Monthly)

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Flagstaff · $2,117

More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Flagstaff's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,117/mo

Expected by trend

$2,417/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,670

1 BR

$1,830

2 BR

$2,073

3 BR

$2,540

4 BR+

$2,847

Research median

$2,073/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

$25,404/yr

At $2,117/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.9% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Flagstaff, AZ is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 52.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

76,445

Median income

$71,512

Median age

25.9

Renters

57.7%

Age distribution

17.3%

46.5%

19.4%

Under 1817.3%

18–3446.5%

35–5419.4%

55–647.5%

65+9.3%

Gender

49%

51%

Male49%

Female51%

Race & ethnicity

63.3%

19.6%

12.8%

White63.3%

Black1.8%

Hispanic19.6%

Asian2.5%

Other12.8%

Education (25+)

15.3%

28.4%

52.3%

No HS diploma4.1%

HS diploma15.3%

Some college28.4%

Bachelor's+52.3%

Housing tenure

42.3%

57.7%

Owner42.3%

Renter57.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Flagstaff, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,686 → $2,117

up 25.6%

Income

$61,026 → $71,512

up 17.2%

Population

76,228 → 76,445

up 0.3%

Renter share

54.9% → 57.7%

+2.8 pts

Bachelor's+

51.4% → 52.3%

+0.9 pts

Rent in Flagstaff, AZ has climbed 25.6% since 2021, going from about $1,686 per month to roughly $2,117 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $61,026 in 2021 to $71,512 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 8.4 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. About 57.7% of households rent today, against 54.9% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Flagstaff, AZ market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Flagstaff on your salary?

At $2,117/mo, how Flagstaff rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 19% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 46.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Flagstaff rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Flagstaff, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Flagstaff is $2,117/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,073/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,830/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($71,512/yr), Flagstaff ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Flagstaff an affordable city for renters?

Flagstaff is considered moderate for renters. At $2,117/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($71,512/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Flagstaff slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Flagstaff?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,117/mo in Flagstaff. The local median household income is $71,512/yr, meaning the typical Flagstaff household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Flagstaff?

Rent in Flagstaff has decreased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Flagstaff neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Flagstaff are 86001 ($1,983/mo), 86004 ($2,268/mo), and 86005 ($2,281/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Flagstaff is $2,117/mo.

How does Flagstaff rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Flagstaff is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #10 out of 51 tracked cities at $2,117/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Flagstaff?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Flagstaff ($2,117/mo): Winslow ($1,050/mo), Prescott Valley ($1,804/mo), Prescott ($1,841/mo).

What percentage of Flagstaff residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 57.7% of Flagstaff households are renters, while 42.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Flagstaff has a strong rental market.

How does Flagstaff rent compare to the national average?

Flagstaff's median rent of $2,117/mo is $152 (8%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #10 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,117/mo, rent takes ~36% of Flagstaff's median household income ($71,512/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Flagstaff 36%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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