Cost of Living in Summit, AZ
Population 4,410 · Arizona · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
At $43,484, median household incomes in Summit land roughly 42% below the US median, a gap that tends to persist across local labor-market indicators. Around 30% of residents live below the federal poverty line, a rate that tends to correlate with the income and housing figures above.
Geographically, Summit sits roughly 8 miles southwest of Tucson. Median home values run roughly 38% lower than Tucson's $242,000.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Summit
The median home value in Summit is $151,000 — 50% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $603/month, 54% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $43,484/year is 42% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 25.7%, above the national average of 4.8%. Arizona's top state income tax rate is 2.5% and the combined sales tax is 8.4%. The climate averages highs of 84.0°F and lows of 57.3°F. Overall, Summit has a cost of living index of 48 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 52% less expensive.
Summit has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 67 | 69 | 76 | 83 | 92 | 101 | 100 | 99 | 95 | 86 | 75 | 66 |
| Low °F | 41 | 43 | 48 | 53 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 75 | 70 | 59 | 48 | 41 |
| Precip" | 0.84 | 0.84 | 0.56 | 0.24 | 0.20 | 0.23 | 2.21 | 1.98 | 1.32 | 0.67 | 0.56 | 0.96 |
| Snow" | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
💨 Air Quality
EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Summit, AZ?
Summit has a cost index of 48 (100 = national average). It is 52% below the national average.
What is average rent in Summit, AZ?
The median gross rent in Summit is $603 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Summit?
The median home value in Summit is $151,000 according to 2023 Census ACS data.
What is the median income in Summit?
The median household income in Summit is $43,484 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Summit, AZ?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Summit is 8.4%. The Arizona state income tax top rate is 2.5%.
Is Summit, AZ affordable?
Yes, Summit is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 48 — about 52% below the US national average of 100.
What is the weather like in Summit?
Summit has average high temperatures of 84.0°F and average lows of 57.3°F. Annual precipitation is 10.6". Average annual snowfall is 0.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Summit at a Glance
- Population
- 4,410
- Median Income
- $43,484
- Home Value
- $151,000
- Median Rent
- $603/mo
- Unemployment
- 25.7%
- Avg High Temp
- 84.0°F
- Sales Tax
- 8.4%
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