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Snowflake

Pop. 6,444·2nd most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Snowflake, AZ
Median rent (all units)
$2,332/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$367
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Snowflake · $2,332
More expensive than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
37% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,332/mo, rent takes about 37% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$93,000/yr
Local median income
$76,174/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Snowflake's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,230
1 BR
$1,300
2 BR
$1,700
3 BR
$2,100
4 BR+
$2,250
Research median
$1,700/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: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$27,984/yr
At $2,332/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Snowflake, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,444
Median income
$76,174
Median age
29.8
Renters
16.3%
Age distribution
38.3%
17.6%
22.1%
14.9%
Under 1838.3%
18–3417.6%
35–5422.1%
55–647.1%
65+14.9%
Gender
47.5%
52.5%
Male47.5%
Female52.5%
Race & ethnicity
83.5%
White83.5%
Black4.5%
Hispanic6.7%
Other5.3%
Education (25+)
24.2%
38%
28.7%
No HS diploma9.1%
HS diploma24.2%
Some college38%
Bachelor's+28.7%
Housing tenure
83.7%
16.3%
Owner83.7%
Renter16.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Snowflake, AZ has changed in 5 years

Income
$63,458 → $76,174
up 20.0%
Population
6,086 → 6,444
up 5.9%
Renter share
21.7% → 16.3%
-5.4 pts
Bachelor's+
22.6% → 28.7%
+6.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Snowflake, AZ now reports about $76,174, up from $63,458 in 2021. Census counts show Snowflake, AZ adding about 358 residents over the five-year window, up 5.9% on net. The renter share has eased from 21.7% to 16.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.6% to 28.7% across the same window.

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Snowflake rent by bedroom count

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Local insights

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About renting in Snowflake, AZ

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Snowflake is $2,332/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,230/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,700/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,300/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,100/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($76,174/yr), Snowflake ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Snowflake an affordable city for renters?

Snowflake is considered moderate for renters. At $2,332/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($76,174/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Snowflake slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Snowflake?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,332/mo in Snowflake. The local median household income is $76,174/yr, meaning the typical Snowflake household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Snowflake?

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

How does Snowflake rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Snowflake is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #2 out of 57 tracked cities at $2,332/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Snowflake?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Snowflake ($2,332/mo): Winslow ($1,050/mo), Gold Canyon ($2,013/mo), Show Low ($2,129/mo).

What percentage of Snowflake residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.3% of Snowflake households are renters, while 83.7% are owner-occupied. Snowflake leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Snowflake rent compare to the national average?

Snowflake's median rent of $2,332/mo is $367 (19%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #2 out of 57 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
37%
MODERATE

At $2,332/mo, rent takes ~37% of Snowflake's median household income ($76,174/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Snowflake 37%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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