Arivaca, AZ

Arizona

Arivaca is a small town in Arizona with a population of 494. Residents earn $31,791 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
494 Population 18/sq mi density
$31,791 Median Income $18,936 per capita
$78,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$31,791 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,700 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,791
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

How Arivaca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population494
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,791
Per Capita$18,936
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$2,844M

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain16.0 in/yr
Elevation3,764 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+86.5%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Libraries5

Is Arivaca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arivaca receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Arivaca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arivaca is $31,791, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arivaca is $78,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Arivaca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Arivaca has a population of 494 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%).

Population

494
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
27.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Arivaca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arivaca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arivaca is $31,791, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Arivaca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,791
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,936
Avg Weekly Wage$1,147
IRS Avg AGI$54,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,240
County GDP$2,844M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare76
Retail156
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.09%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Arivaca is $78,700, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,700
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Owner-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Rate6.09%
In Arivaca, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arivaca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities76

Crime Rates: Arivaca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Arivaca has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.0 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,764 ft (1,147 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates31.5749°N, 111.2926°W
County FIPS04023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area27.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants102
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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