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Tolleson

Pop. 7,668·16th most expensive in Arizona·Rental market data updated monthly for Tolleson, AZ
Median rent (all units)
$1,984/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.5%
Month-over-Month
+1.3%
vs US Median
+$19
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Tolleson · $1,984
More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
90/100
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Rents are 20% below what Tolleson's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,984/mo
Expected by trend
$2,478/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,690
1 BR
$1,850
2 BR
$2,150
3 BR
$2,890
4 BR+
$3,230
Research median
$2,150/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
$23,808/yr
At $1,984/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
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 (-3.5% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tolleson, AZ is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,668
Median income
$59,626
Median age
31.9
Renters
58.3%
Age distribution
28.6%
25.5%
22.8%
16.4%
Under 1828.6%
18–3425.5%
35–5422.8%
55–646.7%
65+16.4%
Gender
45.7%
54.3%
Male45.7%
Female54.3%
Race & ethnicity
19.5%
79.5%
White19.5%
Black6.4%
Hispanic79.5%
Education (25+)
38%
20.1%
29.7%
12.1%
No HS diploma38%
HS diploma20.1%
Some college29.7%
Bachelor's+12.1%
Housing tenure
41.7%
58.3%
Owner41.7%
Renter58.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tolleson, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,631 → $1,984
up 21.6%
Income
$48,002 → $59,626
up 24.2%
Population
7,180 → 7,668
up 6.8%
Renter share
49.6% → 58.3%
+8.7 pts
Bachelor's+
7.8% → 12.1%
+4.3 pts
Median age
30.3 → 31.9
+1.6 yrs

Rent in Tolleson, AZ has increased 21.6% since 2021, going from about $1,631 per month to roughly $1,984 today. Household income in the area moved from $48,002 to $59,626 across the same window, up 24.2% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 7,180 to 7,668 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.8% change. About 58.3% of households rent today, against 49.6% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 7.8% to 12.1%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Tolleson, AZ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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About renting in Tolleson, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tolleson is $1,984/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,690/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,150/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,890/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($59,626/yr), Tolleson ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tolleson an affordable city for renters?

Tolleson is considered moderate for renters. At $1,984/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($59,626/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tolleson slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Tolleson?

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 $1,984/mo in Tolleson. The local median household income is $59,626/yr, meaning the typical Tolleson household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tolleson?

Rent in Tolleson has decreased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Tolleson rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Tolleson is one of the pricier cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #16 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,984/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tolleson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tolleson ($1,984/mo): Youngtown ($1,417/mo), Glendale ($1,524/mo), Goodyear ($1,697/mo).

What percentage of Tolleson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.3% of Tolleson households are renters, while 41.7% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Tolleson has a strong rental market.

How does Tolleson rent compare to the national average?

Tolleson's median rent of $1,984/mo is $19 (1%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #16 out of 51 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $1,984/mo, rent takes ~40% of Tolleson's median household income ($59,626/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tolleson 40%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.5%
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