Cheapest Places to Live in Arizona (2026)
Looking for the most affordable cities in Arizona? We ranked 17 Arizona cities by median home value. The cheapest is Yuma (~$306,000); the Arizona median is $393,000.
Most affordable cities in Arizona
Ranked by median home value, lowest first:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yuma | $306,000 | $231 |
| 2 | Tucson | $326,000 | $219 |
| 3 | Casa Grande | $347,000 | $222 |
| 4 | Marana | $386,000 | $235 |
| 5 | Mesa | $404,000 | $267 |
| 6 | Glendale | $404,000 | $242 |
| 7 | Phoenix | $418,000 | $284 |
| 8 | Surprise | $423,000 | $232 |
| 9 | San Tan Valley | $433,000 | $230 |
| 10 | Peoria | $453,500 | $256 |
Most expensive cities in Arizona
The priciest Arizona markets by median home value:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scottsdale | $883,000 | $454 |
| 2 | Flagstaff | $669,000 | $403 |
| 3 | Prescott | $581,000 | $340 |
| 4 | Gilbert | $551,000 | $294 |
| 5 | Chandler | $528,000 | $293 |
| 6 | Lake Havasu City | $493,000 | $340 |
| 7 | Tempe | $465,000 | $322 |
| 8 | Peoria | $453,500 | $256 |
| 9 | San Tan Valley | $433,000 | $230 |
| 10 | Surprise | $423,000 | $232 |
How we rank Arizona cities
Rankings use the typical (median) home value for each city from public market data (Realtor.com & Zillow research). Affordability also depends on incomes, taxes, and cost of living — see each city page for local detail. Directional estimates, not appraisals.
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Arizona affordability: FAQ
What is the cheapest place to live in Arizona? +
Based on median home value, Yuma is among the most affordable cities in Arizona, with a typical home around $306,000 — well below the Arizona median of $393,000.
What is the most expensive city in Arizona? +
By median home value, Scottsdale is among the priciest in Arizona, with a typical home around $883,000.
Is Arizona an affordable place to live? +
The median home value in Arizona is about $393,000 (34% more expensive than the U.S. median of $294,000), but prices vary widely by city — from around $306,000 to $883,000.