Median Age
49 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
16%
Over 65
28%
Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,842
Population
285,321
Renter Mix
35% Rent
A thriving metropolis meets the backdrop of both mountains and desert
Bike-Friendly
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Mountains
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Desert
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Upscale
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Artistic
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Bordered by an expansive nature preserve of mountains and desert, Scottsdale proudly embraces an Old West aesthetic, and even bills itself as “the West’s most Western town.” However, the city’s energetic nightlife has also drawn comparisons to Miami’s South Beach, with thousands of residents and visitors from all over the Phoenix area coming to live it up on the weekends. To top it off, Scottsdale boasts a thriving arts scene, which incorporates well over 100 galleries and the famous Scottsdale Art Festival; the Scottsdale ArtWalk is a popular community event on Thursday nights as well.
As if that weren’t enough to convince you to become a renter in this thriving metropolis, Scottsdale’s public schools are among the best in the state. The crime rate is well below the state and national averages, making this city a terrific place to raise a family. The stunning natural surroundings that have turned Scottsdale into a major resort destination are right in your backyard, opening the door to unlimited outdoor adventures. Grandiose apartments with luxury amenities and beautiful views await you in scenic Scottsdale!
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$108,133
Average: $138,987
Education
151,512
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
150,268
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Scottsdale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
48%
Other Education
52%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Scottsdale, AZ is $1,615 for a studio, $1,842 for one bedroom, $2,205 for two bedrooms, and $3,219 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Scottsdale has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,842/month
776 Sq Ft
House
$7,972/month
2,553 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,840/month
1,136 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,186/month
1,611 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Scottsdale, AZ is 15.0% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Scottsdale is 42.4% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,615 - $3,219. You can expect to pay 5.8% more for groceries, 7.0% less for utilities, and 2.2% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Scottsdale, AZ is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
617 Students
Public
Grades K-5
567 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
453 Students
Desert Canyon Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
453 Students
Copper Canyon Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
445 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,361 Students
Public
Grades K-8
129 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,023 Students
Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
953 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
861 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,901 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,361 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,768 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,294 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,023 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- McDowell Sonoran Preserve
- Arizona Horse Lover's Park
- Cashman Park
- Butterfly Wonderland
- Dynamite Park
Airports
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International
- Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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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.