1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Snowflake, AZ
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Snowflake, Arizona as of March 2026. That's +44% lower than the citywide median of $2,332 and +7% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Snowflake
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 Snowflake
Compare Snowflake's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Tucson | $847 |
| 2 | Youngtown | $952 |
| 3 | Bisbee | $980 |
| 4 | Bullhead City | $1,010 |
| 5 | Kingman | $1,020 |
| 6 | Rio Rico | $1,070 |
| 7 | Fort Mohave | $1,080 |
| 8 | Green Valley | $1,140 |
| 9 | Tucson | $1,143 |
| 10 | Yuma | $1,143 |
| 11 | Show Low | $1,170 |
| 12 | Cottonwood | $1,190 |
| 13 | Lake Havasu City | $1,210 |
| 14 | Sierra Vista | $1,215 |
| 15 | Phoenix | $1,223 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waddell | $2,470 |
| 2 | Anthem | $2,380 |
| 3 | Queen Creek | $2,260 |
| 4 | Gilbert | $2,240 |
| 5 | Scottsdale | $2,163 |
| 6 | Litchfield Park | $2,140 |
| 7 | Buckeye | $2,055 |
| 8 | San Tan Valley | $2,030 |
| 9 | Surprise | $1,984 |
| 10 | Peoria | $1,953 |
| 11 | Fountain Hills | $1,950 |
| 12 | Maricopa | $1,900 |
| 13 | Tolleson | $1,850 |
| 14 | Flagstaff | $1,830 |
| 15 | Avondale | $1,810 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Snowflake.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Snowflake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Show Low, AZ | 18.1 mi | $1,170 | $-130 (-10%) |
| Winslow, AZ | 56.1 mi | $1,390 | +$90 (+7%) |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 114.7 mi | $1,830 | +$530 (+41%) |
| Sedona, AZ | 123 mi | $1,555 | +$255 (+20%) |
| Apache Junction, AZ | 129.6 mi | $1,440 | +$140 (+11%) |
| Fountain Hills, AZ | 133.7 mi | $1,950 | +$650 (+50%) |
| Cottonwood, AZ | 135.5 mi | $1,190 | $-110 (-8%) |
| San Tan Valley, AZ | 138.6 mi | $2,030 | +$730 (+56%) |
| Florence, AZ | 138.6 mi | $1,500 | +$200 (+15%) |
| Mesa, AZ | 140 mi | $1,230 | $-70 (-5%) |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 142.1 mi | $2,163 | +$863 (+66%) |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 144.1 mi | $2,260 | +$960 (+74%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Snowflake — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Snowflake?
As of March 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Snowflake, Arizona is $1,300 per month. This is +44% below the citywide median of $2,332.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Snowflake?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $52,000 ($4,333/month gross), which works out to roughly $25.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Snowflake expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Snowflake's 1-bedroom median of $1,300 is +7% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 46th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Snowflake rank for 1-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 54 cities in Arizona with 1-bedroom data, Snowflake ranks #19 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Snowflake?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Show Low ($1,170), Cottonwood ($1,190), Mesa ($1,230).