Cameron, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Cameron is a small town in Arizona with a population of 766. Residents earn $45,313 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
766 Population 41/sq mi density
$45,313 Median Income $21,170 per capita
$58,200 Home Value
$842 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$45,313 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,200 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,313
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population766
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

C
Median Income$45,313
Per Capita$21,170
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$10,662M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,200
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.5 in/yr
Elevation4,411 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+80.2%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute35 min
Libraries10

Is Cameron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cameron receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Cameron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cameron is $45,313, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cameron is $58,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cameron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Cameron has a population of 766 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (94.1%), with 4.6% White, 91.1% Asian.

Population

766
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
18.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cameron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only35.9%
54% below US avg
Spanish64.1%
378% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cameron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cameron is $45,313, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Cameron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,313
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$77,330

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,121
County GDP$10,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare431
Retail562
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cameron is $58,200, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,200
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% 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-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Rate6.41%
In Cameron, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma15.4%
COPD12.7%
Stroke6.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress22.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.7%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death11,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities431

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Cameron has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.5 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,411 ft (1,344 m)
Area18.7 sq mi (48.5 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates35.8532°N, 111.4286°W
County FIPS04005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+80.2%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area18.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities431
Restaurants628
Retail Stores562

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Work from Home5.8%

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