Cost of Living in Glendale, AZ
Population: 250,193 • 2026 Data
$70,139
Median Household Income
-9% vs national
$1,397
Median Monthly Rent
+4% vs national
$347,000
Median Home Value
+2% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Glendale
The median home value in Glendale, AZ is $347,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,397, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,356.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Glendale, AZ is $70,139. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 126,322 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.