Burnside, AZ

Arizona

Burnside is a small town in Arizona with a population of 445. Residents earn $28,625 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
445 Population 48/sq mi density
$28,625 Median Income $14,204 per capita
$29,100 Home Value
$490 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$29,100 home value, $490/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,625
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $29,100
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $490
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.9%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population445
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,625
Per Capita$14,204
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.9%
County GDP$2,948M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$29,100
Rent$490
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease9.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation6,383 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+77.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Libraries8

Is Burnside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burnside receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Burnside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burnside is $28,625, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burnside is $29,100, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $490 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Burnside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Burnside has a population of 445 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (93.9%), with 2% White, 86.1% Asian.

Population

445
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Burnside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.2%
42% below US avg
Spanish54.8%
309% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Burnside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burnside is $28,625, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Burnside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,625
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,204
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$46,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.9%
206% above US avg
Establishments (County)630
County GDP$2,948M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare70
Retail98
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,061
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home21.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Burnside is $29,100, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $490 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$29,100
90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$490
58% 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-Occupied52.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,061
41% below US avg
Effective Rate7.08%
In Burnside, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes18.9%
Heart Disease9.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma16.0%
COPD13.3%
Stroke6.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress25.2%
Physical Distress23.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.7%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death27,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.1/10
Exercise Access17.5%
Healthcare Facilities70

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Burnside has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,383 ft (1,946 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates35.7534°N, 109.6248°W
County FIPS04001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40%
D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 19 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+77.0%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants62
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home21.5%

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