Cost of Living in Carefree, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
224.8
100 = national avg
+124.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$98,924
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$233,821
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing297.8
Food158.0
Transportation216.0
Healthcare146.4
Utilities174.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,583
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,839
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carefree is 224.8, which is 124.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 297.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $98,924 per year to cover basic expenses.