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Cost of living in Sun Lakes summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Sun Lakes. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Arizona. Key points include:
The cost of living in Sun Lakes is 123 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Sun Lakes is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Sun Lakes is $488,465.
The median income in Sun Lakes is $67,853.
Sun Lakes's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Sun Lakes Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Sun Lakes | Arizona | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 123 | 100 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 104 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 161 | 97 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 112 | 113 | 100 |
| Utilities | 109 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Sun Lakes, AZ Weather
The average high in Sun Lakes is 85.8° and the average low is 58.1°.
There are 20.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 9.3 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Sun Lakes |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 85.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 58.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 20.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 9.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Sun Lakes Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Sun Lakes
The current population in Sun Lakes is 13,924. The population has increased 3.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,924 | -1.1% |
| 2023 | 14,079 | -0.5% |
| 2022 | 14,147 | 1.7% |
| 2021 | 13,912 | -6.5% |
| 2020 | 14,887 | 2.9% |
| 2019 | 14,473 | -0.7% |
| 2018 | 14,582 | -1.5% |
| 2017 | 14,800 | -0.2% |
| 2016 | 14,828 | 3.1% |
| 2015 | 14,378 | 3.6% |
| 2014 | 13,885 | -0.2% |
| 2013 | 13,918 | 0.4% |
| 2012 | 13,868 | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 13,590 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 13,505 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Sun Lakes
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Sun Lakes is:
94.2% White with 13,122 White residents.
1.1% African American with 153 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 19 American Indian residents.
0.5% Asian with 70 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
0.9% Two Or More with 126 Two Or More residents.
3.1% Hispanic with 434 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Sun Lakes | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.2% | 52.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.1% | 4.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 3.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.5% | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 0.9% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 3.1% | 31.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Sun Lakes
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Sun Lakes is 57.4% female with 7,994 female residents.
Sun Lakes is 42.6% male with 5,930 male residents.
| Gender | Sun Lakes | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.4% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 42.6% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Sun Lakes for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed 9-12th grade.
19.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed high school / ged.
28.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed associate's degree.
23.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed bachelor's degree.
12.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Sun Lakes completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Sun Lakes | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 19.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 28.0% | 23.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 23.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 12.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Sun Lakes, Arizona
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6.9% of households in Sun Lakes earn Less than $10,000.
2.2% of households in Sun Lakes earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.8% of households in Sun Lakes earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.1% of households in Sun Lakes earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.2% of households in Sun Lakes earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.7% of households in Sun Lakes earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.8% of households in Sun Lakes earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.3% of households in Sun Lakes earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.0% of households in Sun Lakes earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.9% of households in Sun Lakes earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Sun Lakes | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.9% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.2% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.8% | 5.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.1% | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.2% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.7% | 16.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.8% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.3% | 18.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.0% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.9% | 11.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
