How much does it cost to rent in Sun City West, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sun City West, AZ is $1,970. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sun City West cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Sun City West is one of the pricier cities in Arizona, ranking #17 out of 51 cities tracked at $1,970/mo.

When was Sun City West rent data last updated?

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

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Sun City West

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Pop. 27,425·17th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Sun City West, AZ

Median rent (all units)

$1,970/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.6%

Month-over-Month

+2.4%

vs US Median

+$5

Rising (Monthly)

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Sun City West · $1,970

More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Sun City West's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,970/mo

Expected by trend

$2,066/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,450

1 BR

$1,590

2 BR

$1,850

3 BR

$2,490

4 BR+

$2,780

Research median

$1,850/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

$23,640/yr

At $1,970/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sun City West, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,425

Median income

$63,685

Median age

74.8

Renters

11.9%

Age distribution

85%

18–340.9%

35–542.6%

55–6411.2%

65+85%

Gender

45.5%

54.5%

Male45.5%

Female54.5%

Race & ethnicity

93.6%

White93.6%

Black1.2%

Hispanic2%

Asian1.3%

Other2%

Education (25+)

26.6%

36%

34.7%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma26.6%

Some college36%

Bachelor's+34.7%

Housing tenure

88.1%

Owner88.1%

Renter11.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Sun City West, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,478 → $1,970

up 33.3%

Income

$58,837 → $63,685

up 8.2%

Population

26,354 → 27,425

up 4.1%

Renter share

11.5% → 11.9%

+0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

34% → 34.7%

+0.7 pts

The median rent in Sun City West, AZ stood at $1,478 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,970, reflecting a 33.3% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $58,837 to $63,685 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.2% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 4.1% since 2021, moving from about 26,354 residents to roughly 27,425. Taken together, the five-year picture in Sun City West, AZ reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sun City West on your salary?

At $1,970/mo, how Sun City West rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Sun City West rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Sun City West. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Sun City West

About renting in Sun City West, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sun City West is $1,970/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,850/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,590/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,490/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($63,685/yr), Sun City West ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun City West an affordable city for renters?

Sun City West is considered moderate for renters. At $1,970/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($63,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sun City West slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Sun City West?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,970/mo in Sun City West. The local median household income is $63,685/yr, meaning the typical Sun City West household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sun City West?

Rent in Sun City West has increased 2.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Sun City West rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Sun City West is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #17 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,970/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sun City West?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sun City West ($1,970/mo): Youngtown ($1,417/mo), Sun City ($1,737/mo), Peoria ($1,876/mo).

What percentage of Sun City West residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 11.9% of Sun City West households are renters, while 88.1% are owner-occupied. Sun City West leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sun City West rent compare to the national average?

Sun City West's median rent of $1,970/mo is $5 (0%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #17 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $1,970/mo, rent takes ~37% of Sun City West's median household income ($63,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sun City West 37%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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