Cost of Living in Desert Hills, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.8
100 = national avg
+6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,986
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,058
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing112.6
Food102.4
Transportation104.7
Healthcare101.9
Utilities104.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,060
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,365
per month
The overall cost of living index in Desert Hills is 106.8, which is 6.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 112.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,986 per year to cover basic expenses.