Zip 85648 (Rio Rico, AZ) Cost of Living


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Rio Rico cost of living score
81.6
Less expensive
18.4% lower
than the US average
23.3% lower
than the Arizona average
Rio Rico (zip 85648), Arizona gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.4% lower than the U.S. average and 23.3% lower than the average for Arizona.

Zip 85648 (Rio Rico, AZ)

Housing costs in Rio Rico?
A typical home costs $244,800, which is 27.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 39.9% less expensive than the average Arizona home, at $407,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Rio Rico costs $930 per month, which is 40.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,550 and 2.2% more than the state average of $910.

Can I afford Rio Rico?
To live comfortably in Rio Rico (zip 85648), Arizona, a minimum annual income of $46,800 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Rio Rico?
The cost of living in 85648 Rio Rico, AZ is relatively affordable. Although the city is located in a desirable area close to Tucson and other popular attractions, median housing costs are well below the national average. Groceries, health care, and utilities are all reasonably priced. Transportation costs can vary depending on the individual's needs, but overall they tend to be lower than neighboring cities. Despite its remote location, 85648 Rio Rico is an excellent place to live for those who want to enjoy a lower cost of living without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRio RicoArizonaUnited States
  81.6106.4100.0
  94.296.1100
  86.097.3100.0
  61.9119.7100.0
  $244,800$407,400$338,100
  105.7%102.7%100.0%
  86.3107.0100.0
  83.393.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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We retired from Ventura County, CA, in 2020 and arrived in the area homeless. We rented a casita for a few months while we looked for a home. We found a place only a  More

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