Catalina, AZ Economy


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Catalina, Arizona is a small town located in Pima County. It offers stunning mountain views and open spaces. The local economy is mostly driven by tourism, as well as private businesses such as the Catalina Café, Horseshoe Grill & Bar, and Downtown General Store. Rent for a two bedroom apartment averages $1,750 per month and grocery costs are slightly lower than the US average index of 100. In general, living in Catalina is comfortable and quiet with a friendly community atmosphere.

Catalina has an unemployment rate of 6.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Catalina has seen the job market decrease by -3.6% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 35.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Catalina
- The Sales Tax Rate for Catalina is 8.6%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Catalina is 4.2%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Catalina
- The average income of a Catalina resident is $40,351 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Catalina resident is $63,701 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Over 13 years ago

The Catlaina area (Saddlebrook / Oro Valley) was wonderful back in the 1970's and 1980's. As is typical with AZ, Developers ruined the community and problems are a  More

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Over 18 years ago

Deeply regret moving here 10 yrs ago. Cost of living is high, over-inflated housing/rental market, traffic is horrible, pay is extremely low. Great place to golf  More

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Over 18 years ago

We live on the north side of the Catalina Mtns. close to Tucson but not so close that we have to endure the smog. Congestion is becoming a part of life out here as  More

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