Cost of Living in Cibecue, AZ

With a cost of living index of 58, Cibecue, AZ is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 42% cheaper than the national average and 31% below the Arizona state average of 89. Cibecue is a small community of 2,300 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cibecue's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $659 (50% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $55,000 (82% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Cibecue is $21,629, which is 71% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 37% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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 Cibecue. The area sees an average annual temperature of 57°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 41°F. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches spread over roughly 62 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.