Median Income
$56,364
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Ajo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,783
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,364
Per Capita$30,340
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$11,353M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,400
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,187
Health
Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain7.0 in/yr
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+87.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute15 min
EV Stations2
Libraries9
Is Ajo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ajo receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ajo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ajo is $56,364, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ajo is $126,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Ajo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Ajo has a population of 3,783 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.4%), with 8.3% Hispanic, 1.8% Asian.
Population
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 79.3% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Spanish | 20.7% |
| 54% above US avg |
The median household income in Ajo is $56,364, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,364 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,340 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,272 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,988 |
| County GDP | $11,353M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 371 |
| Healthcare | 417 |
| Retail | 466 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,473 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Ajo is $126,400, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,187.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,400 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $131,187 |
| Median List Price | $175,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $175,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $175 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.0% |
| Price Drops | 21.7% |
| Inventory | 23 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $914 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,473 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.75% |
In Ajo, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ajo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,876/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 417 |
Crime Rates: Ajo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
Safety Score
Ajo has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
56°F Jan (13°C)
92°F Jul (33°C)
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above US avg |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.0 inches |
| 82% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 33.3 sq mi (86.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3923°N, 112.8839°W |
| County FIPS | 04027 |