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Cost of Living in Lukachukai, AZ

Population: 1,876 | Arizona

65
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Lukachukai is 35% less expensive than the national average.

69
Housing
16
Home Values
96
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Lukachukai, AZ: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 65, Lukachukai, AZ is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 35% cheaper than the national average and 24% below the Arizona state average of 89. Lukachukai is a small community of 1,876 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Lukachukai's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $907 (31% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $48,200 (84% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Lukachukai is $34,191, which is 55% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 32% 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 Lukachukai. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.2°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 11.4 inches spread over roughly 76 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$34,191
vs US Median ($75,149)
-55%

Housing

Median Rent
$907/mo
Median Home Value
$48,200
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$257/mo

Climate in Lukachukai

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

49.2°F
Avg Temperature
11.4"
Rainfall / Year
76d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 45 49 58 65 74 85 88 85 79 68 56 46
Avg °F 30 34 41 47 55 65 72 69 61 49 39 30
Low °F 14 19 24 29 36 45 55 52 43 31 21 14
Rain" 1.0 0.9 0.7 0.5 0.6 0.3 1.8 1.9 1.3 0.9 0.8 0.8

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