Phoenix, Arizona

📍 👥 Pop. 1,609,456 🏠 ZIP 85001
66
/100
ReloCompare™
Median Income
$72,092
per household/year
Home Value
$340,200
median
Rent
$1,322
per month
Unemployment
4.3%
vs 3.7% national
Air Quality
39
AQI
Internet
N/A
Mbps max • No fiber

📋 Living in Phoenix, AZ — Overview

Mild Summers Major Metro

Phoenix, Arizona scores 66.2/100 on ReloCompare™, indicating a solid overall quality of life across key metrics. With a population of 1,609,456, it's one of America's largest cities with all the infrastructure and opportunities that scale provides. The home price-to-income ratio of 4.7x is moderate, putting homeownership within reach for many working families. The area has seen 11 federally declared disasters over 20 years, representing moderate natural risk.

Score Breakdown

💰 Affordability
65
Home Value: $340,200
Rent: $1,322/mo
Electricity: ¢/kWh
💼 Job Market
55
Unemployment: 4.3%
Median Income: $72,092
Job Growth: % YoY
🌡️ Climate
50
Summer High: °F
Winter Low: °F
Sunny Days: /year
🌿 Environment
90
Air Quality: AQI 39 ()
Toxic Sites: 0 in area
Water: No violations ✓
🌐 Infrastructure
55
Internet: N/A Mbps
Fiber: Not available
Solar: kWh/m²/day
⚠️ Natural Risks
95
Disasters (20yr): 11
Flood Zone: None
Earthquake: Low
⚠️ Safety Analysis: With 11 federal disaster declarations in 20 years, natural disaster risk in Phoenix is elevated. Budget for comprehensive insurance and consider flood zone status.
🌿 Environment Analysis: Air quality in Phoenix is excellent with a current AQI of 39 — well within EPA's "Good" range, ideal for outdoor exercise and those with respiratory sensitivities.
💰 Affordability Analysis: Housing in Phoenix is moderately priced with a price-to-income ratio of 4.7x. Renters allocate roughly 22% of median income to housing — manageable, but worth budgeting carefully for newcomers.
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🎯 What Makes Phoenix Stand Out

Phoenix's strongest attributes are safety and environment, where it outperforms many comparable cities. Overall, Phoenix may be the best fit for safety-conscious retirees.


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