Catalina, AZ vs Pima, AZ

Pima is moderately more affordable than Catalina, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Catalina scores 92 compared to 87 for Pima, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Catalina can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Catalina is $1,108/month compared to $1,047/month in Pima — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pima is more affordable at $261,700 median vs $267,800.

Median household income in Catalina is $79,092 compared to $97,238 in Pima (-18.7%). Pima offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Catalina spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in Pima.