Sun City, AZ Cost of Living


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Sun City cost of living score
113
More expensive
13.0% higher
than the US average
6.2% higher
than the Arizona average
Sun City, Arizona gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 113, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.0% higher than the U.S. average and 6.2% lower than the average for Arizona.

Sun City, AZ

Housing costs in Sun City?
A typical home costs $285,400, which is 15.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 29.9% less expensive than the average Arizona home, at $407,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sun City costs $1,650 per month, which is 15.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 6.1% more than the state average of $1,550.

Can I afford Sun City?
To live comfortably in Sun City, Arizona, a minimum annual income of $54,720 for a family, and $55,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sun City?
The cost of living in Sun City, AZ is quite reasonable. Homeowners in the area typically pay a median home value of just over $150,000, making it an affordable place to live. The overall cost of living is well below the national average, allowing residents to stretch their budgets further than many other areas throughout the country. Utility costs tend to be on par with or lower than the national average as well, making Sun City a great place to call home for those looking for an affordable area with plenty of amenities and recreational opportunities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSun CityArizonaUnited States
  113.0106.4100.0
  9696.1100
  92.597.3100.0
  86.4119.7100.0
  $285,400$407,400$338,100
  105.6%102.7%100.0%
  112.3107.0100.0
  105.693.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 10 years ago

We are so happy to live in Sun City. The Sun City Recreation Centers are available for use by all citizens who pay the yearly membership (required). There are many  More

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Over 14 years ago

Sun City, Arizona is a great place to live either year round or as a snow bird. Sun City has wonderful recreation centers (8 and counting) with over 150 clubs with  More

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Over 14 years ago

I lived in Payson, but moved away searching for some Culture, drama, & musicals. I really enjoyed the hiking, and ourdoors living in Payson. After I recuperated from  More

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