salaryRent is higher than in 54% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 4.0 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $69,520 a year. That is $33 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Arizona cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Arizona. It is number 50 of 93 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Casa Grande?
Share of households by yearly income. 22.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Casa Grande
| Size | Casa Grande | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,448 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $867 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,695 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,237 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Casa Grande overall?
Everyday prices in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area are 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Casa Grande
Life in Casa Grande
What jobs pay in Casa Grande
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $144,490 | 14.4% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,270 | 15.3% |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | 15.4% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,650 | 15.5% |
| Software Developer | $131,750 | 15.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | 20.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | 20.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | 20.7% |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | 21.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | 23.1% |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | 24.5% |
| Accountant | $80,820 | 25.8% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | 26.7% |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | 28.0% |
| Plumber | $63,750 | 32.7% |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | 33.8% |
| Electrician | $61,210 | 34.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | 34.1% |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | 34.6% |
| Truck Driver | $59,770 | 34.9% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | 35.2% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | 43.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 | 44.5% |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,410 | 44.9% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | 46.0% |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | 46.4% |
| Restaurant Cook | $39,170 | 53.2% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,960 | 58.0% |
| Cashier | $34,920 | 59.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Casa Grande?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $371 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $303,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $30,390 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Casa Grande, AZ?
Renting in Casa Grande costs a median of about $1,738 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Arizona median is $1,671.
How much do I need to make to live in Casa Grande?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $69,520 a year, or $33 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Casa Grande cheap or expensive?
Casa Grande is rated OK: rent takes 27.6% of the typical household income of $75,477. It ranks 50th cheapest of 93 Arizona cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Casa Grande?
The median homeowner in Casa Grande pays $1,473 a year in property taxes, about 0.48% of the median home value.
Is Casa Grande more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 3% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Casa Grande?
The median home value in Casa Grande is $303,900, about 4.0 times the typical yearly household income.
60,905 people live in Casa Grande. Numbers are typical (middle) values.