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Gold Canyon

Pop. 13,107·14th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Gold Canyon, AZ
Median rent (all units)
$2,013/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+3.0%
vs US Median
+$48
Rising (Monthly)
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Gold Canyon · $2,013
More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,013/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$81,000/yr
Local median income
$93,377/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Gold Canyon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,417
3 BR
$1,901
Research median
$1,417/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,156/yr
At $2,013/mo median
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Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gold Canyon, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 40.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,107
Median income
$93,377
Median age
66.6
Renters
5.8%
Age distribution
14.6%
17.5%
54.3%
Under 186.3%
18–347.3%
35–5414.6%
55–6417.5%
65+54.3%
Gender
48%
52%
Male48%
Female52%
Race & ethnicity
89%
White89%
Black1%
Hispanic6.7%
Asian1.2%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
17.8%
37.3%
40.2%
No HS diploma4.6%
HS diploma17.8%
Some college37.3%
Bachelor's+40.2%
Housing tenure
94.2%
Owner94.2%
Renter5.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Gold Canyon, AZ has changed in 5 years

Income
$77,580 → $93,377
up 20.4%
Population
11,233 → 13,107
up 16.7%
Renter share
5.9% → 5.8%
-0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
38.7% → 40.2%
+1.5 pts

Household income in the area moved from $77,580 to $93,377 across the same window, up 20.4% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 11,233 to 13,107 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.7% change.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gold Canyon is $2,013/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,417/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,901/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($93,377/yr), Gold Canyon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gold Canyon an affordable city for renters?

Gold Canyon is considered affordable for renters. At $2,013/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($93,377/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gold Canyon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gold Canyon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,013/mo in Gold Canyon. The local median household income is $93,377/yr, meaning the typical Gold Canyon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gold Canyon?

Rent in Gold Canyon has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Gold Canyon rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Gold Canyon is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #14 out of 51 tracked cities at $2,013/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gold Canyon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gold Canyon ($2,013/mo): Mesa ($1,549/mo), Apache Junction ($1,741/mo).

What percentage of Gold Canyon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 5.8% of Gold Canyon households are renters, while 94.2% are owner-occupied. Gold Canyon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gold Canyon rent compare to the national average?

Gold Canyon's median rent of $2,013/mo is $48 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #14 out of 51 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,013/mo, rent takes ~26% of Gold Canyon's median household income ($93,377/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gold Canyon 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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