Cost of Living in Elgin, AZ
Population: 190 | Arizona
Elgin is 1% more expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Elgin, AZ: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 101, Elgin, AZ is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% more expensive than the national average and 12% above the Arizona state average of 89. Elgin is a small community of 190 residents.
The median household income in Elgin is $53,438, which is 29% lower than the national median of $75,149.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Elgin. The area sees an average annual temperature of 59.8°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 45°F. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches spread over roughly 78 days.
Everyday prices in the Tucson, 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
- $53,438
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- -29%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $340,400
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $850/mo
Everyday Prices in Elgin
BLS Average Prices for the Tucson, AZ (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area
Climate in Elgin
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 60 | 62 | 68 | 75 | 83 | 92 | 89 | 87 | 85 | 78 | 68 | 59 |
| Avg °F | 44 | 47 | 52 | 57 | 65 | 75 | 76 | 74 | 70 | 62 | 51 | 44 |
| Low °F | 29 | 31 | 35 | 40 | 48 | 57 | 63 | 61 | 55 | 45 | 35 | 29 |
| Rain" | 1.2 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 1.1 |