Chinle, AZ
Full City Profile · Arizona · Apache County County
Chinle, AZ
At a Glance
How Chinle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chinle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chinle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chinle residents earn a median household income of $46,458 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,033. The unemployment rate stands at 14.6% (306% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 35.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 630 business establishments, including 62 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chinle is $38,000 , 87% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $394,556. Median rent is $504/month, with 13.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Education
23.0% of adults in Chinle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 84.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 14.