Casa Grande, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Casa Grande is a mid-size city in Arizona with a population of 57,590. Residents earn $66,354 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
57,590 Population 506/sq mi density
$66,354 Median Income $34,928 per capita
$258,200 Home Value $318,149 Zillow
$1,315 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
478 Violent Crime/100K 3,575 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$66,354 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$258,200 home value, $1,315/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
478 violent crimes/100K (26% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,354
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,200
8% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 478/100K
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,315
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57,590
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density506/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,354
Per Capita$34,928
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$258,200
Rent$1,315
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$318,149

Crime

F
Violent478/100K
Property3,575/100K
Murder2.0/100K
Assault329/100K
Burglary719/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Elevation1,385 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
EV Stations10
Libraries19

Is Casa Grande a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casa Grande receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Casa Grande offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Casa Grande is $66,354, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Casa Grande is $258,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,315 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 478 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,575 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Casa Grande has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Casa Grande has a population of 57,590 with a density of 506 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.2%), with 6.1% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.

Population

57,590
Total Population
506
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
113.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Casa Grande vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.9%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.1%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Casa Grande vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casa Grande is $66,354, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Casa Grande vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,354
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,928
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$66,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,085
County GDP$16,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants424
Healthcare620
Retail539
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Casa Grande is $258,200, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,315 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $318,149.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,200
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$318,149
Median List Price$349,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,950
$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold59
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops25.5%
Inventory385

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,315
13% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,543

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-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Casa Grande, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Casa Grande vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death9,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities620
Casa Grande has a violent crime rate of 478 per 100,000 residents, 26% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,575 per 100,000 (82% above US avg). The murder rate is 2.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent478.0/100K
26% above US avg
Murder2.0/100K
68% below US avg
Rape41.8/100K
Robbery105.6/100K
Assault328.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,575.2/100K
82% above US avg
Burglary719.0/100K
Theft2,720.7/100K
Vehicle Theft135.4/100K
Arson53.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Casa Grande has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.9 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,385 ft (422 m)
Area113.9 sq mi (295.0 km²)
Population Density506/sq mi
Coordinates32.9069°N, 111.7635°W
County FIPS04021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density506/sq mi
Total Area113.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities620
Restaurants424
Retail Stores539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations546
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home10.0%

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