Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
30%
Over 65
10%
Avondale
Avondale, AZ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,348
Population
93,127
Renter Mix
40% Rent
A thriving city in the heart of the desert
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Nestled in the Phoenix metropolitan area, Avondale combines suburban living with city accessibility. Home to over 89,000 residents, the city features established neighborhoods like Garden Lakes and Rancho Santa Fe. The rental market currently shows average rates of $1,432 for one-bedroom units and $1,668 for two-bedroom homes, with a slight downward trend in pricing over the past year. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation at Friendship Park, which includes a dog park, and Festival Fields Park, a popular spot for community gatherings.
Avondale's location offers easy access to metropolitan amenities while maintaining its distinctive character. The Phoenix Raceway, which hosts NASCAR's championship race, brings energy to the area each November. Shopping options include Gateway Pavilions, while Historic Western Avenue features local businesses and restaurants. Estrella Mountain Community College serves the area's higher education needs. The Agua Fria River enhances the natural landscape, and Monument Hill, which has served as Arizona's land surveying point since 1851, stands as a testament to the area's historical significance.
Explore the City
The BLVD, a mixed-use district with recreation, office space, and retail in Avondale.
Experience the adrenaline of racing at the renowned Phoenix Raceway.
Relax and unwind in the shaded ramadas of Estrella Mountain Regional Park.
Discover Old Town's artistic wonders through captivating murals.
Immerse yourself in nature's beauty while fishing in the serene lakes of Garden Lakes.
The entrance to Randall McDaniel Sports Complex.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$73,101
Average: $88,699
Education
15,558
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
46,648
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Avondale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Avondale, AZ is $1,121 for a studio, $1,355 for one bedroom, $1,624 for two bedrooms, and $2,081 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Avondale has decreased by -2.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,355/month
736 Sq Ft
House
$2,283/month
1,855 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Avondale, AZ is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
832 Students
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
482 Students
Legacy Traditional School - Avondale K-8
Public
Grades K-8
1,346 Students
Estrella Vista Elementary School
Public
Grades K-8
893 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
798 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
163 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
832 Students
Legacy Traditional School - Avondale K-8
Public
Grades K-8
1,346 Students
Estrella Vista Elementary School
Public
Grades K-8
893 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
798 Students
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella
Public
Grades 9-12
335 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,779 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,304 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,677 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,532 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Friendship Park
- Base and Meridian Wildlife Area
- El Oso Park
- Estrella Mountain Regional Park
- Maryvale Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.