Cost of Living in Nelson, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.4
100 = national avg
-13.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,020
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,865
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.6
Food91.4
Transportation150.4
Healthcare93.1
Utilities86.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,081
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,402
per month
The overall cost of living index in Nelson is 86.4, which is 13.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,020 per year to cover basic expenses.