Cost of Living in Surprise, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
151.6
100 = national avg
+51.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,716
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,693
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing195.6
Food121.4
Transportation124.4
Healthcare117.1
Utilities131.9
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 Surprise is 151.6, which is 51.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 195.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,716 per year to cover basic expenses.