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Cost of Living in Black Canyon City, AZ

Population: 2,297 | Arizona

97
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Black Canyon City is 3% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
94
Home Values
96
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Black Canyon City, AZ: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 97, Black Canyon City, AZ is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 3% cheaper than the national average and 8% above the Arizona state average of 89. Black Canyon City is a small community of 2,297 residents.

The median household income in Black Canyon City is $69,718, which is 7% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Black Canyon City. The area sees an average annual temperature of 72.5°F, with summers averaging 90°F and winters around 55°F. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches spread over roughly 35 days. Hot summers are common, which can affect utility costs and lifestyle.

Everyday prices in the Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.

Income

Median Household Income
$69,718
vs US Median ($75,149)
-7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$286,900
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,033/mo

Everyday Prices in Black Canyon City

BLS Average Prices for the Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.97
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.42
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-3% vs US
🥛
$3.90
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🍞
$1.79
Bread (white)
per lb
-3% vs US
🍗
$4.01
Chicken breast
per lb
-3% vs US
$0.16
Electricity
per kWh
-15% vs US

Climate in Black Canyon City

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

72.5°F
Avg Temperature
8.9"
Rainfall / Year
35d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 65 68 75 83 92 102 104 103 98 86 74 64
Avg °F 55 57 63 70 78 87 92 92 86 75 62 53
Low °F 44 46 51 57 65 73 81 81 75 63 51 43
Rain" 1.2 1.2 1.1 0.4 0.2 0.0 0.8 1.0 0.7 0.7 0.9 0.8

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