Cost of Living in Scottsdale, AZ
Population: 242,169 • 2026 Data
$107,372
Median Household Income
+39% vs national
$1,910
Median Monthly Rent
+42% vs national
$709,900
Median Home Value
+109% vs national
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Scottsdale
The median home value in Scottsdale, AZ is $709,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,910, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,824.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Scottsdale, AZ is $107,372. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4%, with a labor force of 130,613 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.