How much does it cost to rent in Oro Valley, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Oro Valley, AZ is $1,716. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Oro Valley cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Oro Valley is among the more affordable cities in Arizona, ranking #34 out of 51 cities at $1,716/mo.

When was Oro Valley rent data last updated?

Oro Valley 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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Oro Valley

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Pop. 48,162·34th most expensive in Arizona·Oro Valley rents are up 8.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,716/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

-$249

Stable (Monthly)

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Oro Valley · $1,716

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

19% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,716/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$69,000/yr

Local median income

$107,117/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Oro Valley's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,410

1 BR

$1,580

2 BR

$2,060

3 BR

$2,890

4 BR+

$3,350

Research median

$2,060/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

$20,592/yr

At $1,716/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.5% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Oro Valley, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 58% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

48,162

Median income

$107,117

Median age

55.4

Renters

23.6%

Age distribution

16.3%

13.4%

19.7%

14.8%

35.7%

Under 1816.3%

18–3413.4%

35–5419.7%

55–6414.8%

65+35.7%

Gender

47.7%

52.3%

Male47.7%

Female52.3%

Race & ethnicity

76.6%

16.7%

White76.6%

Black1.1%

Hispanic16.7%

Asian4%

Other1.5%

Education (25+)

12.7%

26.5%

58%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma12.7%

Some college26.5%

Bachelor's+58%

Housing tenure

76.4%

23.6%

Owner76.4%

Renter23.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Oro Valley, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,629 → $1,716

up 5.3%

Income

$92,548 → $107,117

up 15.7%

Population

46,515 → 48,162

up 3.5%

Renter share

24.2% → 23.6%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

56% → 58%

+2.0 pts

Median age

53.9 → 55.4

+1.5 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Oro Valley, AZ has climbed from $1,629 to $1,716, a 5.3% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $92,548 in 2021 to $107,117 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 3.5% since 2021, moving from about 46,515 residents to roughly 48,162. College-educated residents now make up 58% of adults here, versus 56% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Oro Valley, AZ market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Oro Valley on your salary?

At $1,716/mo, how Oro Valley rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 22.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 15.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 12% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 37.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Oro Valley rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Oro Valley, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Oro Valley is $1,716/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,580/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,890/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($107,117/yr), Oro Valley ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Oro Valley an affordable city for renters?

Oro Valley is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,716/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($107,117/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Oro Valley falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Oro Valley?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,716/mo in Oro Valley. The local median household income is $107,117/yr, meaning the typical Oro Valley household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Oro Valley?

Rent in Oro Valley has increased 8.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Oro Valley rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Oro Valley is one of the more affordable cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #34 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,716/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Oro Valley?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Oro Valley ($1,716/mo): South Tucson ($1,167/mo), Tortolita ($1,401/mo), Tucson ($1,425/mo).

What percentage of Oro Valley residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.6% of Oro Valley households are renters, while 76.4% are owner-occupied. Oro Valley leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Oro Valley rent compare to the national average?

Oro Valley's median rent of $1,716/mo is $249 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #34 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,716/mo, rent takes ~19% of Oro Valley's median household income ($107,117/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Oro Valley 19%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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