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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Chino Valley Arizona National
Cost of living112101100
Goods & Services112104100
Groceries104102100
Health care8894100
Housing12997100
Transportation105106100
Utilities8595100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Chino Valley, AZ

Knowing the cost of living in Chino Valley allows individuals to create a realistic budget. This helps them understand how their income will cover expenses and whether they need to make financial adjustments. The cost of living in any region can fluctuate due to various factors. To assess the cost of living consistently across different areas, a national average of 100 serves as the basis for the cost of living index. The cost of living in Chino Valley stands at 112, marking it 12% higher than the national average.

Housing costs are a very significant part of the Chino Valley cost of living index and generally encompass a large percentage of take-home income. Unfortunately, in this area, the housing costs for both homes and rentals were 29.1% more than the average city. This includes things like home and rent prices, mortgage rates and insurance.

Goods and services make up 33% of the total cost of living index score and are a large part of your everyday expenses. These items could include things like haircuts, salons, toothpaste, shampoo, clothes, movies, bowling, gym memberships or yoga. In Chino Valley, you can expect to pay 12.3% more than average for these items, making it a more expensive place to live.

What Do Locals Say About the Cost of Living in Chino Valley?

The real experts on a city are its residents. That's why we reached out to 8 locals to get their views on the cost of living in Chino Valley. We surveyed the residents and asked them if they felt like prices were affordable or out of reach. The results were as follows. 75% found it budget-friendly with decreasing prices, while 25% said it's simply not affordable as prices have continued to rise.

Is Chino Valley Affordable?

Wondering if Chino Valley is affordable? It's a question that often comes up when you're thinking about a new city since affordability can really shape your decisions. The cost of living index (covered earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a part in the affordability equation. In Chino Valley, for example, the median home price is 41.7% higher than what folks pay nationally, and monthly rent is 0.5% lower than the usual rates. Plus, income levels matter too, with Chino Valley boasting a median household income of $46,857, which is 15.3% lower than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Chino Valley?

Healthcare: The costs associated with healthcare and insurance premiums can exhibit notable disparities based on the city or state of residence. Access to healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for medical appointments, dental care charges, prescription medication costs and specialized medical care expenses all contribute to variations in the cost of living. In Chino Valley, healthcare costs are 12.4% lower than the national average.

Urbanization: Urban areas with a wealth of amenities and employment opportunities tend to come with a higher price tag for living. Why? Well, more people want to be there, which drives up home prices and rents. On the flip side, less densely populated rural areas or places where there's not as much demand usually mean fewer attractions, things to do and slower job growth. That often results in a lower cost of living.

Taxes: Locations with elevated tax rates, encompassing both sales and income taxes, can be a factor in driving up the cost of living. When you're paying more in taxes for everyday goods and services, it naturally translates into higher expenses. Similarly, a higher income tax rate can also contribute to an overall higher cost of living. In Chino Valley, the standard sales tax rate starts at 5.6%, and the income tax rates commence at 2.55%.

Where is the Data From?

The Chino Valley cost of living data you see above is sourced from the C2ER cost of living index, providing a practical and accurate means of comparing living expenses in urban areas. Updated quarterly, this index gathers data from over 300 independent researchers, covering more than 60 goods and services, in 6 different categories. These selections are made meticulously to represent a wide range of consumer expenditure categories. The weightings applied to cost differences are based on government survey data that tracks spending patterns among professional and executive households. It's important to note that while the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, AreaVibes factors tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Chino Valley is 11% higher than the Arizona average
  • The cost of living in Chino Valley is 12% higher than the national average
  • Chino Valley housing is 29% higher than the national average
  • Arizona general sales tax is 10% higher than the national average
  • Arizona state income tax is 13% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$52,695$4,391$1,229$1,581
      Renters$37,972$3,164$886$1,139
      A good way to judge both the affordability of the housing and the cost of living in Chino Valley is by simply calculating the maximum that should be spent on housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The plan is to avoid spending more than 28 percent of the gross income on costs that pertain to housing and no more than 36 percent on all expenses and debts. Chino Valley has a median income of about $52,695 for people who own homes. Based on that number, a maximum of $1,229 should be spent on expenses related to housing. Renters have a slightly different median income, which is $37,972. Based on this average, renters should spend no more than $886 on all rental costs if they want to maintain a non-impoverished standard of living.

      Arizona Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Arizona 5.6% 10.725%

      Arizona Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Arizona 2.55% 2.98%

      Goods & Services

      Item Chino Valley National avg. Difference
      Haircut $22.83$24.265.9%
      Beauty Salon $38.80$45.5614.8%
      Toothpaste $3.54$3.704.3%
      Shampoo $1.33$1.284.1%
      Movie $11.70$12.133.5%
      Bowling $26.78$18.0048.8%

      Groceries

      Item Chino Valley National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.21$5.8410.7%
      Fried Chicken $1.73$1.579.7%
      Milk $4.78$4.672.4%
      Potatoes $4.05$4.9317.9%
      Pizza $13.22$12.099.4%
      Beer $11.51$10.4110.6%

      Health Care

      Item Chino Valley National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $83.94$125.6833.2%
      Doctor $96.11$135.7829.2%
      Dentist $104.95$113.297.4%
      Ibuprofen $11.06$10.653.8%
      Lipitor $472.82$468.600.9%

      Housing

      Item Chino Valley National avg. Difference
      Home Price $261,800.00$184,700.0041.7%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,137.30$2,346.698.9%
      Apartment Rent $944.00$949.000.5%

      Transportation

      Item Chino Valley National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.58$3.463.4%
      Tire Balancing $45.24$59.9224.5%

      Utilities

      Item Chino Valley National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $272.57$193.9940.5%
      Phone $184.69$192.253.9%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.