Cost of Living in Sun City, AZ
Population: 38,018 • 2026 Data
$52,111
Median Household Income
-33% vs national
$1,457
Median Monthly Rent
+8% vs national
$259,800
Median Home Value
-23% vs national
5.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Sun City
The median home value in Sun City, AZ is $259,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,457, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $789.
Rent-to-income ratio: 33.6%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Sun City, AZ is $52,111. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7%, with a labor force of 6,930 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.