Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
18%
Vail, AZ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,786
Population
14,712
Renter Mix
11% Rent
The seclusion of the desert with Tucson at arm’s reach
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Tucked southeast of Tucson along the base of the Rincon Mountains, Vail, Arizona sits at about 3,200 feet elevation and offers a wide open Sonoran Desert landscape that's about 24 miles from downtown Tucson. As an unincorporated census-designated place in Pima County, Vail keeps things spread out. Daily life revolves around driving to run errands, though the area has grown considerably since the 2000s and now supports a number of chain retailers and restaurants, plus big-box grocery stores. Residents also have easy access to Colossal Cave Mountain Park and the Rincon Mountains District of Saguaro National Park, both of which are literally next door. The rental landscape in Vail is predominantly made up of single-family homes and townhomes in planned neighborhoods, with some garden-style apartment communities available as well. Horse properties and acreage rentals are also part of the mix, reflecting the area's rural character. The Vail Unified School District is ranked among the top school districts in Southern Arizona, and Vail is also a recognized Gateway Community to the 800-mile Arizona Trail.
Explore the City
The Cienega Bridge is a historical marker in Vail.
Vail offers stunning mountain views and solitude just minutes from the city.
The Sahuarita Trailhead of The Arizona Trail is located in Vail.
Cienega Creek Preserve offers intricate and scenic hiking trails in Vail.
The Gabriel Zimmerman Davidson Canyon Trailhead is located in Vail.
The Vail School District is a highly rated district in the U.S.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,048
Average: $126,619
Education
4,717
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,980
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Vail has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
11%
Non-Renters
89%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Vail, AZ is $1,786 for one bedroom, $2,015 for two bedrooms, and $2,438 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Vail has decreased by -1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,786/month
639 Sq Ft
House
$2,180/month
1,921 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Vail, AZ is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
721 Students
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
721 Students
Public
Grades K-5
778 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
808 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,880 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
95 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Cienega Creek Natural Preserve
- Colossal Cave Mountain Park
- Purple Heart 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 June 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.