Bagdad, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Bagdad is a small town in Arizona with a population of 2,757. Residents earn $98,641 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,757 Population 342/sq mi density
$98,641 Median Income $26,309 per capita
N/A Home Value
$611 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$98,641 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$611/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,641
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $611
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,757
Median Age23.6 yrs
Density342/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,641
Per Capita$26,309
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$611
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation3,784 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+96.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute10 min
Libraries24

Is Bagdad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bagdad receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Bagdad offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bagdad is $98,641, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Bagdad among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $611 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bagdad enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Bagdad has a population of 2,757 with a density of 342 people per square mile. The median age is 23.6 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.9%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,757
Total Population
342
People / sq mi
23.6yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bagdad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.9%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.1%
147% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bagdad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bagdad is $98,641, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Bagdad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,641
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,309
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$74,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,444
County GDP$12,137M

Business (County)

Restaurants612
Healthcare833
Retail790
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $611 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$611
47% 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

Owner-Occupied4.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
In Bagdad, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death10,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities833

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Bagdad has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,784 ft (1,153 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (20.9 km²)
Population Density342/sq mi
Coordinates34.5772°N, 113.1768°W
County FIPS04025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density342/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities833
Restaurants612
Retail Stores790

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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