Pima County, Arizona Housing Market
In Pima County, Arizona, the median home value is $319,700, with a median monthly rent of $1,212. This places Pima County at #533 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #5 within Arizona.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,199
- Establishments: 23,207
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 3,592
- Multi-family: 1,066
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 426,690 (avg $80,557)
- Outflow: 412,408 (avg $80,159)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Pima County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 85755 | 265.1 | -15.99% | 2025 |
| 2 | 85658 | 280.3 | — | 2025 |
| 3 | 85614 | 337.3 | +28.08% | 2025 |
| 4 | 85653 | 315.3 | +19.03% | 2025 |
| 5 | 85736 | 330.9 | +29.25% | 2025 |
| 6 | 85637 | 224.1 | -5.80% | 2025 |
| 7 | 85746 | 296.0 | -7.23% | 2025 |
| 8 | 85739 | 286.7 | +9.49% | 2025 |
| 9 | 85629 | 278.4 | +9.75% | 2025 |
| 10 | 85743 | 287.5 | +2.64% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Pima County | Arizona Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $319,700 | $265,720 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,212 | $1,073 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 65.2% | 70.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 22.0 | 19.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Pima County is 20.3% above the Arizona state average and 40.4% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,212/month is 13.0% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 22.0, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Pima County has an owner-occupancy rate of 65.2%, compared to 70.7% in Arizona and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Will County | Illinois | $319,600 | $1,462 |
| Rice County | Minnesota | $320,200 | $1,083 |
| Blount County | Tennessee | $320,500 | $1,090 |
| Waller County | Texas | $318,700 | $1,169 |
| St. Charles County | Missouri | $320,800 | $1,370 |
Other Counties in Arizona
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinal County | $349,000 | $1,537 | 81.7% |
| Mohave County | $281,000 | $1,091 | 74.1% |
| Gila County | $269,400 | $1,030 | 77.5% |
| Santa Cruz County | $233,000 | $829 | 69.3% |
| Cochise County | $218,300 | $995 | 71.0% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).