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Avondale, AZ Utility & Living Guide
Avondale is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States, adjacent to Phoenix. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 89,334, up from 76,238 in 2010 and 35,883 in 2000.
Monthly Utility Costs
$135/mo
$30/mo
$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $290,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.81% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Avondale is relatively affordable, with a mix of new developments and established neighborhoods. Home prices have been steadily increasing, but remain lower than in some other parts of the Phoenix area. Rentals are also available, with a range of options from apartments to single-family homes
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
96
88
102
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8.1% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.81% |
| <p>State 5.6% + County 0.7% + City 1.8%</p> | |
Arizona has a state income tax with rates ranging from 2.59% to 4.54%, depending on income level
Family & Relocation
55
6.8/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Avondale has a growing public transportation system, including buses and a commuter rail line, but stroller-friendly infrastructure is still limited in some areas
- Phoenix Zoo
- Children's Museum of Phoenix
- Castles N' Coasters
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Avondale has regulations regarding zoning, building codes, and environmental protection, as well as a growing focus on sustainability and renewable energy
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Avondale — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring high electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winters are generally mild and require less heating. As a result, utility costs can fluctuate by as much as 20-30% between summer and winter
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.5 to 1.5, with some local surtaxes applying to specific areas
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Avondale has some stroller-friendly infrastructure, including sidewalks and parks, but could improve in terms of elevator access in transit and family-friendly amenities
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