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Chinle, AZ

Arizona

Chinle is a small town in Arizona with a population of 4,395. Residents earn $46,458 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,395 Population 270/sq mi density
$46,458 Median Income $21,033 per capita
$38,000 Home Value
$504 Median Rent 13.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$46,458 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,000 home value, $504/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,458
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,000
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $504
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.1%
183% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,395
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,458
Per Capita$21,033
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty35.1%
County GDP$2,948M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,000
Rent$504
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,335
Rent Burden13.4%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking26.4%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,501 ft (1,677 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute18 min
Broadband45.2%
Libraries8

Is Chinle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chinle receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Chinle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chinle is $46,458, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 35.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chinle is $38,000, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $504 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Chinle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Chinle has a population of 4,395 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (89.6%), with 3% White, 1.3% Black, 84.7% Asian.

Population

4,395
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
16.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chinle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only37.9%
52% below US avg
Spanish62.1%
363% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chinle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chinle is $46,458, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Chinle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,458
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,033
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$46,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.1%
183% 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 Rate5.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Chinle is $38,000, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $504 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,000
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$504
57% below US avg
Rent Burden13.4%

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-Occupied47.3%
Housing Units1,335
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,061
41% below US avg
Effective Rate5.42%
In Chinle, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% of residents lack health insurance. 26.4% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma15.5%
COPD12.0%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.4%
89% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress23.8%
Physical Distress21.5%
Short Sleep44.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.5%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits40.4%
Premature Death27,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.1/10
Exercise Access17.5%
Healthcare Facilities70
Chinle has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,501 ft (1,677 m)
Area16.3 sq mi (42.2 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates36.1511°N, 109.5787°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
County FIPS04001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19-point margin. 45.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40%
D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 19 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area16.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants62
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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