Chinle, AZ vs Spring Valley, AZ

Chinle is moderately more affordable than Spring Valley, with a 13.8% lower cost of living index. Chinle scores 52 compared to 60 for Spring Valley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Spring Valley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chinle is $504/month compared to $428/month in Spring Valley — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Spring Valley has cheaper rent, Chinle actually has lower median home values ($38,000 vs $168,400).

Median household income in Chinle is $46,458 compared to $42,721 in Spring Valley (+8.7%). Chinle offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chinle spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, more than the 12% in Spring Valley.