What it actually costs to live in
Cochise County, AZ.
Living wage breakdown for Cochise County, Arizona — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $18.58 | $38,640 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $28.73 | $59,756 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $38.35 | $79,774 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $47.78 | $99,374 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $24.78 | $51,549 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $35.10 | $73,010 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $44.39 | $92,323 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $53.46 | $111,206 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $12,234 | $1,020 |
| Food | $4,863 | $405 |
| Medical | $3,762 | $314 |
| Transportation | $5,625 | $469 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,298 | $192 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,903 | $242 |
| Taxes | $6,955 | $580 |
| Total | $38,640 | $3,220 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$18.58/hr
Minimum wage$14.70/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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