Desert Hills, AZ Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Desert Hills, Arizona?
$3,090 / month
for a family, 42.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $37,080 for the year for a family.
$3,033 / month
for a single person, 36.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $36,400 for the year for a single person.

Desert Hills cost of living score
100.1
More expensive
0.1% higher
than the US average
5.9% lower
than the Arizona average
Desert Hills, Arizona gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.1% higher than the U.S. average and 5.9% higher than the average for Arizona.

Desert Hills, AZ

Housing costs in Desert Hills?
A typical home costs $194,400, which is 42.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.3% less expensive than the average Arizona home, at $407,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Desert Hills costs $1,160 per month, which is 18.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 33.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,550.

Can I afford Desert Hills?
To live comfortably in Desert Hills, Arizona, a minimum annual income of $37,080 for a family, and $36,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Desert Hills?
Desert Hills, AZ offers a relatively low cost of living compared to other cities. The median home value for the area is around $250,000 and the median household income is slightly above the national average at just over $85,000. This means that while residents may feel the pinch of taxes due to Arizona’s lack of state income tax, they still enjoy savings on their regular bills. Renters also benefit from lower prices with an average rent of around $1,500 per month for a two-bedroom apartment. Additionally, groceries are very affordable in Desert Hills as well as most necessities. All in all, Desert Hills provides an overall affordable lifestyle that allows its residents to keep more money in their pocket over time.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesDesert HillsArizonaUnited States
    Unlock106.4100.0
  98.5  Unlock100.0
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  70.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$407,400$338,100
  98.5  Unlock100.0
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  79.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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