Home Value
$178,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
13.3%
269% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ash Fork Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population578
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,984
Unemployment13.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,137M
Housing
Home Value$178,800
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,912
Health
Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Elevation5,182 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries24
Is Ash Fork a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ash Fork receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ash Fork faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
At 13.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ash Fork is $178,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month.
Education
9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Ash Fork experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 65.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Ash Fork has a population of 578 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76%), with 9.5% Hispanic.
Population
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.1% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.9% |
| 11% above US avg |
The median household income in Ash Fork is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $20,984 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.3% |
| 269% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,444 |
| County GDP | $12,137M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 612 |
| Healthcare | 833 |
| Retail | 790 |
| Manufacturing | 200 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,708 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.07% |
The median home value in Ash Fork is $178,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,912.
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,800 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $213,912 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,104 |
| 5% 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) | $3,708 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.07% |
In Ash Fork, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ash Fork vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.7% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,160/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 833 |
Crime Rates: Ash Fork vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
Safety Score
Ash Fork has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.6 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 65.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,182 ft (1,579 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2172°N, 112.4913°W |
| County FIPS | 04025 |