Cost of Living in El Mirage, AZ
Population: 35,823 • 2026 Data
$74,764
Median Household Income
-3% vs national
$1,682
Median Monthly Rent
+25% vs national
$282,000
Median Home Value
-17% vs national
6.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in El Mirage
The median home value in El Mirage, AZ is $282,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,682, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,385.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in El Mirage, AZ is $74,764. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5%, with a labor force of 18,728 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.