Cost of Living in El Capitan, AZ

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25%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
73%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index El Capitan Arizona National
Cost of living125101100
Groceries102101100
Health care101101100
Housing17396100
Transportation100102100
Utilities112111100
Lifestyle & Entertainment107103100
Household Items103101100
Education & Childcare107103100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in El Capitan is 24% higher than the Arizona average
  • The cost of living in El Capitan is 25% higher than the national average
  • El Capitan housing is 73% higher than the national average
  • Arizona general sales tax is 10% higher than the national average
  • Arizona state income tax is 4% lower 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$83,695$6,975$1,953$2,511
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      Arizona 5.6% 10.725%

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      Arizona 2.5% 2.5%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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