Sedona, AZ Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Sedona, Arizona?
$13,830 / month
for a family, 156.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $165,960 for the year for a family.
$4,200 / month
for a single person, 11.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $50,400 for the year for a single person.

Sedona cost of living score
114.1
More expensive
14.1% higher
than the US average
7.2% higher
than the Arizona average
Sedona, Arizona gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 114.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.1% higher than the U.S. average and 7.2% lower than the average for Arizona.

Sedona, AZ

Housing costs in Sedona?
A typical home costs $866,900, which is 156.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 112.8% more expensive than the average Arizona home, at $407,400. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sedona costs $1,550 per month, which is 8.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,550.

Can I afford Sedona?
To live comfortably in Sedona, Arizona, a minimum annual income of $165,960 for a family, and $50,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sedona?
The cost of living in Sedona, AZ is quite reasonable compared to larger cities. Despite Sedona's scenic beauty, the cost of housing is still fairly low. It is possible to find good quality apartments for rent at prices significantly lower than what you would pay in a large city. Other basic necessities such as food and gas are also relatively affordable, so living expenses in Sedona can be very manageable. Furthermore, the local economy has remained stable despite the recession and offers plenty of job opportunities for those who wish to stay in the area. With its stunning landscape and numerous attractions, many people consider living in Sedona an excellent option when it comes to balancing affordability with quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesSedonaArizonaUnited States
    Unlock106.4100.0
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    Unlock$407,400$338,100
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   100=National Average

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Over 5 years ago

Sedona was a great place to live back in the 90's. Its still very good but has now been ruined by tourists. Most of the tourists come from Southern California and  More

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Over 5 years ago

Sedona is an absolutely ****ty and overrated place to live in. The people there are nasty to the tourists and there is barely any good food in the grocery stores. We  More

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Over 5 years ago

I LOVE Sedona. I believe most people living here do too. I think this site mixed up part of the description with Flagstaff’s since it says some of the same. Hopefully  More

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