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Apache Junction, AZ
Full City Profile · Arizona · Pinal County County
Apache Junction, AZ
At a Glance
How Apache Junction Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Apache Junction's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Apache Junction a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Apache Junction residents earn a median household income of $58,619 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,205. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,085 business establishments, including 424 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Apache Junction is $196,700 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $373,613. Median rent is $1,019/month, with 32.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1992.
Safety & Crime
Apache Junction reports 223 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K. The murder rate is 4.7/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Apache Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Apache Junction has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 10.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.