Phoenix, AZ Utility & Living Guide
Explore utilities, housing costs, and property taxes in Houston, Texas.
Total Utilities$340/mo
1BR Rent$1450/mo
Sales Tax8.6%
COL Index104 (+4% above national average)
Median Home$430,000
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Monthly Utility Costs
⚡ Electric
$155/mo
APS / SRP
🔥 Gas
$35/mo
Southwest Gas
💧 Water
$50/mo
City of Phoenix
🗑️ Garbage
$30/mo
City of Phoenix
📶 Internet
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1450/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1850/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $430,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.62% |
Sprawling suburbs. High AC costs from May to October.
Cost of Living
Overall COL Index
104
US national avg = 100
vs National Avg
+4% above national average
Groceries
102
Transportation
110
Healthcare
98
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8.6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.62% |
| <p>State 5.60% + City 2.30% + County 0.70%</p> | |
Arizona flat income tax rate of 2.5%.
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Local Regulation Notice
Evaporative coolers or AC are essential and mandated for habitability.
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