Median Age
54 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
36%
Oro Valley
Oro Valley, AZ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,137
Population
50,957
Renter Mix
22% Rent
A desert landscape with stunning mountain views.
Outdoor Adventure
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Biotech Industry
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Hiking
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Mountain Views
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Desert Landscape
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Tucked into the western foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Oro Valley sits where the Sonoran Desert meets sweeping ridgelines in ways that make the daily commute feel like a detour through a national park. The town spans 36 square miles just 14 miles north of Downtown Tucson, giving residents easy access to the city's arts, dining, and entertainment without trading away desert tranquility.
Catalina State Park, a 5,493-acre preserve on the town's edge, draws hikers to trails winding past ancient Hohokam ruins. Oro Valley has also earned a reputation as a tech and biotech hub, with major employers keeping career opportunities close to home.
The rental landscape leans toward spacious layouts—townhomes, garden-style apartment communities, and single-story rentals often featuring mountain views and resort-style amenities. Incorporated in 1974, the town hosts an annual summer concert series at Community Park, bringing residents together under the stars. Whether you're drawn by the trails, the industry, or the backdrop of Pusch Ridge at sunset, this is a place that rewards those who look closer.
Explore the City
Rancho Vistoso has stunning views of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
Rancho Vistoso sits on ancient land once occupied by the Hohokam Tribe.
Oro Valley is home to a vibrant, small desert community.
Some homes in Outer Oro Valley have the mountain right in their own backyard.
Golfers will love all the course choices in and around Oro Valley.
Pueblo-inspired homes can be found in Oro Valley subdivisions with mountain views.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$99,124
Average: $126,744
Education
23,308
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
20,336
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Oro Valley has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
22%
Non-Renters
78%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Oro Valley, AZ is $1,137 for one bedroom, $1,345 for two bedrooms, and $1,710 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oro Valley has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,137/month
713 Sq Ft
House
$2,539/month
1,777 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,550/month
1,162 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oro Valley, AZ is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
765 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
415 Students
Leman Academy Of Excellence-Oro Valley Arizona
Public
Grades K-8
944 Students
Public
Grades K-5
598 Students
Public
Grades K-12
540 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
765 Students
Leman Academy Of Excellence-Oro Valley Arizona
Public
Grades K-8
944 Students
Public
Grades K-12
540 Students
Public
Grades K-12
540 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,755 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,537 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Honey Bee Canyon Park
- Linda Vista Park
- Catalina State Park
- Arthur Pack Regional park
- Tohono Chul Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Tucson 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.