Goodyear, AZ vs Oro Valley, AZ

Oro Valley is moderately more affordable than Goodyear, with a 9.3% lower cost of living index. Goodyear scores 129 compared to 118 for Oro Valley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Goodyear can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Goodyear is $1,848/month compared to $1,602/month in Oro Valley — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oro Valley is more affordable at $440,400 median vs $441,900.

Median household income in Goodyear is $101,814 compared to $105,342 in Oro Valley (-3.3%). Oro Valley offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Goodyear spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Oro Valley.

Climate-wise, Goodyear is notably warmer with an average of 75.6°F compared to 69.8°F in Oro Valley. Oro Valley receives more rainfall at 11.1" per year compared to 7.2" in Goodyear.