Cost of Living in El Mirage, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
127.8
100 = national avg
+27.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,247
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,947
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.0
Food107.1
Transportation114.3
Healthcare105.7
Utilities115.9
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 El Mirage is 127.8, which is 27.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,247 per year to cover basic expenses.