salaryChandler is the 5th-largest city in Arizona that we track, with 280,136 residents. Rent is higher than in 72% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 4.4 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $82,800 a year. That is $40 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 71 of 93 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Chandler?
Share of households by yearly income. 42.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Chandler
| Size | Chandler | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,850 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,812 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,967 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,344 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,846 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Chandler 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 Chandler
Life in Chandler
What jobs pay in Chandler
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $144,490 | 17.2% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,270 | 18.2% |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | 18.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,650 | 18.4% |
| Software Developer | $131,750 | 18.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | 23.9% |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | 24.2% |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | 24.6% |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | 25.2% |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | 27.5% |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | 29.2% |
| Accountant | $80,820 | 30.7% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | 31.8% |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | 33.3% |
| Plumber | $63,750 | 39.0% |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | 40.2% |
| Electrician | $61,210 | 40.6% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | 40.6% |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | 41.2% |
| Truck Driver | $59,770 | 41.6% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | 42.0% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | 52.3% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 | 53.0% |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,410 | 53.5% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | 54.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | 55.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $39,170 | 63.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,960 | 69.1% |
| Cashier | $34,920 | 71.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Chandler?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,453 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $507,800 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $50,780 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Chandler, AZ?
Renting in Chandler costs a median of about $2,070 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Arizona median is $1,671.
How much do I need to make to live in Chandler?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $82,800 a year, or $40 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Chandler cheap or expensive?
Chandler is rated OK: rent takes 21.3% of the typical household income of $116,580. It ranks 71st cheapest of 93 Arizona cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Chandler?
The median homeowner in Chandler pays $2,258 a year in property taxes, about 0.44% of the median home value.
Is Chandler 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 Chandler?
The median home value in Chandler is $507,800, about 4.4 times the typical yearly household income.
280,136 people live in Chandler. Numbers are typical (middle) values.