1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Phoenix, AZ
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Phoenix, Arizona as of October 2026. That's +21% lower than the citywide median of $1,571 and +11% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Phoenix
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Phoenix
Compare Phoenix's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Tucson | $847 |
| 2 | Winslow | $958 |
| 3 | Bullhead City | $1,010 |
| 4 | Kingman | $1,020 |
| 5 | Arizona City | $1,028 |
| 6 | Fort Mohave | $1,080 |
| 7 | Green Valley | $1,140 |
| 8 | Tucson | $1,143 |
| 9 | Yuma | $1,143 |
| 10 | Show Low | $1,170 |
| 11 | Cottonwood | $1,190 |
| 12 | Glendale | $1,193 |
| 13 | Lake Havasu City | $1,210 |
| 14 | Mesa | $1,213 |
| 15 | Sierra Vista | $1,215 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthem | $2,380 |
| 2 | Queen Creek | $2,260 |
| 3 | Gilbert | $2,240 |
| 4 | Scottsdale | $2,163 |
| 5 | Litchfield Park | $2,140 |
| 6 | Buckeye | $2,055 |
| 7 | San Tan Valley | $2,030 |
| 8 | Surprise | $1,984 |
| 9 | Peoria | $1,953 |
| 10 | Fountain Hills | $1,950 |
| 11 | Maricopa | $1,900 |
| 12 | Tolleson | $1,850 |
| 13 | Flagstaff | $1,830 |
| 14 | Avondale | $1,810 |
| 15 | Waddell | $1,760 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Phoenix.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Phoenix |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Valley, AZ | 9.1 mi | $1,635 | +$395 (+32%) |
| Glendale, AZ | 9.5 mi | $1,193 | $-47 (-4%) |
| Tempe, AZ | 14.1 mi | $1,285 | +$45 (+4%) |
| Peoria, AZ | 14.7 mi | $1,953 | +$713 (+57%) |
| Tolleson, AZ | 14.9 mi | $1,850 | +$610 (+49%) |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 15.4 mi | $2,163 | +$923 (+74%) |
| Youngtown, AZ | 15.8 mi | $1,440 | +$200 (+16%) |
| Sun City, AZ | 16.4 mi | $1,630 | +$390 (+31%) |
| Avondale, AZ | 16.7 mi | $1,810 | +$570 (+46%) |
| El Mirage, AZ | 17.4 mi | $1,620 | +$380 (+31%) |
| Anthem, AZ | 20.7 mi | $2,380 | +$1,140 (+92%) |
| Sun City West, AZ | 22.5 mi | $1,590 | +$350 (+28%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Phoenix — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Phoenix?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Phoenix, Arizona is $1,240 per month. This is +21% below the citywide median of $1,571.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Phoenix?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $49,600 ($4,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Phoenix expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Phoenix's 1-bedroom median of $1,240 is +11% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 39th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Phoenix rank for 1-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 51 cities in Arizona with 1-bedroom data, Phoenix ranks #16 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Phoenix?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Glendale ($1,193).