How much rent can you afford in South Tucson, AZ?
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The 30% rent rule, in South Tucson
At a median rent of $1,573/mo, South Tucson is expensive when measured against South Tucson median household income of $33,598/yr. Rent would consume roughly 56% of pre-tax income, and a salary of about $62,920 keeps rent at the recommended 30% threshold.
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Frequently asked
How much rent can I afford in South Tucson?
On a $33,598 salary (the South Tucson median household income), the recommended ceiling is 30% of pre-tax income, or about $840/mo. South Tucson's median rent is $1,573/mo. Use the calculator on this page to run your own salary.
What salary do I need to live in South Tucson?
To keep South Tucson's $1,573/mo median rent under 30% of income, you'd need about $62,920/yr. Lower your target share (e.g. 25%) to need more, or raise it (e.g. 40%) to need less.
Is South Tucson affordable on the median Arizona income?
South Tucson is expensive on a $33,598 income. Rent would take 56% of pre-tax pay, outside the recommended 30% threshold.
What's the 30% rent rule?
The 30% rule is a long-standing budgeting guideline that keeps rent at or below 30% of gross (pre-tax) income. It leaves enough room for utilities, transit, savings, and debt service. In high-cost markets, many renters exceed 30%, and the Census Bureau classifies households paying more than 30% of income on rent as "cost-burdened".