Cost of Living in Sun City West, AZ
Population: 27,003 • 2026 Data
$63,792
Median Household Income
-18% vs national
$1,658
Median Monthly Rent
+23% vs national
$350,500
Median Home Value
+3% vs national
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Sun City West
The median home value in Sun City West, AZ is $350,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,658, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $776.
Rent-to-income ratio: 31.2%. 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 West, AZ is $63,792. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, with a labor force of 3,499 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.