How much does it cost to rent in Queen Creek, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Queen Creek, AZ is $2,181. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Queen Creek cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Queen Creek is one of the pricier cities in Arizona, ranking #7 out of 51 cities tracked at $2,181/mo.

When was Queen Creek rent data last updated?

Queen Creek rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Queen Creek a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Queen Creek is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 1.6% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Queen Creek

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Pop. 71,867·7th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Queen Creek, AZ

Median rent (all units)

$2,181/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

+$216

Stable (Monthly)

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Queen Creek · $2,181

More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

80/100

Great value

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Rents are 15% below what Queen Creek's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,181/mo

Expected by trend

$2,564/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,060

1 BR

$2,260

2 BR

$2,630

3 BR

$3,540

4 BR+

$3,960

Research median

$2,630/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

$26,172/yr

At $2,181/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 1.6% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.6% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Queen Creek, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 45% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

71,867

Median income

$141,978

Median age

Renters

9.8%

Age distribution

30.5%

17.4%

29.3%

12.4%

Under 1830.5%

18–3417.4%

35–5429.3%

55–6410.5%

65+12.4%

Gender

49.7%

50.3%

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

Race & ethnicity

76.6%

16.7%

White76.6%

Black3.1%

Hispanic16.7%

Asian2.9%

Other0.8%

Education (25+)

18.8%

33.2%

45%

No HS diploma3%

HS diploma18.8%

Some college33.2%

Bachelor's+45%

Housing tenure

90.2%

Owner90.2%

Renter9.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Queen Creek, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,846 → $2,181

up 18.1%

Income

$111,743 → $141,978

up 27.1%

Population

57,728 → 71,867

up 24.5%

Renter share

12.2% → 9.8%

-2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

41.2% → 45%

+3.8 pts

Median age

37.7 → 37

-0.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Queen Creek, AZ has shifted from $1,846 to $2,181, up 18.1% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Queen Creek, AZ now reports about $141,978, up from $111,743 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 Queen Creek, AZ adding about 14,139 residents over the five-year window, up 24.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 12.2% to 9.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 41.2% to 45% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Queen Creek, AZ reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Queen Creek on your salary?

At $2,181/mo, how Queen Creek rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 47.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Queen Creek rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Queen Creek

About renting in Queen Creek, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Queen Creek is $2,181/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,630/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,260/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,540/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($141,978/yr), Queen Creek ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Queen Creek an affordable city for renters?

Queen Creek is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,181/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($141,978/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Queen Creek falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Queen Creek?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,181/mo in Queen Creek. The local median household income is $141,978/yr, meaning the typical Queen Creek household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Queen Creek?

Rent in Queen Creek has decreased 1.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Queen Creek rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Queen Creek is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #7 out of 51 tracked cities at $2,181/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Queen Creek?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Queen Creek ($2,181/mo): Mesa ($1,549/mo), Coolidge ($1,635/mo), Apache Junction ($1,741/mo).

What percentage of Queen Creek residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 9.8% of Queen Creek households are renters, while 90.2% are owner-occupied. Queen Creek leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Queen Creek rent compare to the national average?

Queen Creek's median rent of $2,181/mo is $216 (11%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #7 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,181/mo, rent takes ~18% of Queen Creek's median household income ($141,978/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Queen Creek 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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