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Show Low

Pop. 12,102·11th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Show Low, AZ
Median rent (all units)
$2,129/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$178
Stable (Monthly)
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Show Low · $2,129
More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,951/mo
Affordability
42% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,129/mo, rent takes about 42% of the local median household income — well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$85,000/yr
Local median income
$60,368/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Show Low's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,100
1 BR
$1,170
2 BR
$1,530
3 BR
$1,890
4 BR+
$2,030
Research median
$1,530/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$25,548/yr
At $2,129/mo median
Market timing
Rents stable
Prices holding steady month-over-month.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Show Low, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,102
Median income
$60,368
Median age
45.6
Renters
34.5%
Age distribution
21.3%
17.3%
23%
27.7%
Under 1821.3%
18–3417.3%
35–5423%
55–6410.7%
65+27.7%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
78.3%
19.5%
White78.3%
Black0.5%
Hispanic19.5%
Asian1.1%
Other0.6%
Education (25+)
24.9%
35%
34.9%
No HS diploma5.2%
HS diploma24.9%
Some college35%
Bachelor's+34.9%
Housing tenure
65.5%
34.5%
Owner65.5%
Renter34.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Show Low, AZ has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,569 → $60,368
up 12.7%
Population
11,623 → 12,102
up 4.1%
Renter share
34.9% → 34.5%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
26.3% → 34.9%
+8.6 pts
Median age
41.3 → 45.6
+4.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Show Low, AZ now reports about $60,368, up from $53,569 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 11,623 to 12,102 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.1% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26.3% to 34.9%.

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About renting in Show Low, AZ

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Show Low is $2,129/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,100/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,530/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,170/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,890/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($60,368/yr), Show Low ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Show Low an affordable city for renters?

Show Low is considered stretched for renters. At $2,129/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($60,368/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Show Low significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Show Low?

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 $2,129/mo in Show Low. The local median household income is $60,368/yr, meaning the typical Show Low household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Show Low?

Rent in Show Low has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Show Low rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Show Low is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #11 out of 53 tracked cities at $2,129/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Show Low?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Show Low ($2,129/mo): Winslow ($1,050/mo), Florence ($1,756/mo), Gold Canyon ($1,955/mo).

What percentage of Show Low residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.5% of Show Low households are renters, while 65.5% are owner-occupied. Show Low leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Show Low rent compare to the national average?

Show Low's median rent of $2,129/mo is $178 (9%) above the US national median of $1,951/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #11 out of 53 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,129/mo, rent takes ~42% of Show Low's median household income ($60,368/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Show Low 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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