Bitter Springs, AZ

Arizona

Bitter Springs is a small town in Arizona with a population of 435. Residents earn $37,115 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
435 Population 54/sq mi density
$37,115 Median Income $20,551 per capita
$64,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$37,115 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,300 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,115
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,300
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population435
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C
Median Income$37,115
Per Capita$20,551
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$586M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Elevation5,604 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+59.4%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Bitter Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bitter Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bitter Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bitter Springs is $37,115, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bitter Springs is $64,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bitter Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Bitter Springs has a population of 435 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.9%), with 95.2% Asian.

Population

435
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.6%
53% below US avg
Spanish63.4%
373% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bitter Springs is $37,115, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bitter Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,115
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,551
Avg Weekly Wage$844
IRS Avg AGI$68,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)438
County GDP$586M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare19
Retail45
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,894
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bitter Springs is $64,300, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,300
77% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,894
17% below US avg
Effective Rate4.50%
In Bitter Springs, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bitter Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma16.9%
COPD13.5%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress26.6%
Physical Distress23.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death7,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Bitter Springs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 89°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,604 ft (1,708 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates36.6117°N, 111.6475°W
County FIPS49025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+59.4%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants65
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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