Coolidge, AZ

Yes — everyday expenses in Coolidge run about 7% below the US average (Cost Index: 93). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued around $272,032, compared to the $303,400 national median. Monthly rent is typically around $1,150, versus $1,348 nationally.

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,150, while local median household income is $57,161. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 24% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

Arizona has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 2.5%. The effective property tax rate is 0.62%. On a home worth $272,032, that translates to roughly $1,687 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 8.37% on everyday purchases.

The typical monthly rent in Coolidge is around $1,150. That's roughly 15% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $272,032, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

The median home in Coolidge is valued at $272,032. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,376/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 66% of residents here own their homes.

Grocery prices in Coolidge are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 95, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are about typical (index: 93). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

Coolidge is a small town with a population of about 15,300. The median age of residents is 34.5, which is close to the national median. The local poverty rate is 22.17%, above the national average of 12.4%.