Cost of Living in Sun City West, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.1
100 = national avg
+25.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,066
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,155
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing171.0
Food98.8
Transportation97.5
Healthcare99.0
Utilities113.4
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 Sun City West is 125.1, which is 25.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 171.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,066 per year to cover basic expenses.