Cost of Living in Alpine, AZ

With a cost of living index of 76, Alpine, AZ is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 24% cheaper than the national average and 13% below the Arizona state average of 89. Alpine is a small community of 103 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Alpine's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $900 (32% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $190,000 (38% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.8x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Alpine is $39,792, which is 47% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 27% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Alpine. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.1°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches spread over roughly 61 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.