Chino Valley, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Chino Valley is a small city in Arizona with a population of 13,372. Residents earn $59,733 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,372 Population 214/sq mi density
$59,733 Median Income $31,671 per capita
$352,100 Home Value $493,421 Zillow
$1,178 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
692 Violent Crime/100K 2,678 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$59,733 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$352,100 home value, $1,178/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
692 violent crimes/100K (82% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,733
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $352,100
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 692/100K
82% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,178
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,372
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,733
Per Capita$31,671
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute31 min

Housing

B
Home Value$352,100
Rent$1,178
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$493,421

Crime

F
Violent692/100K
Property2,678/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault638/100K
Burglary519/100K

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation4,837 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+89.8%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Libraries24

Is Chino Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chino Valley receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Chino Valley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chino Valley is $59,733, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chino Valley is $352,100, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,178 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 692 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,678 per 100,000, 37% above the national average.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Chino Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Chino Valley has a population of 13,372 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

13,372
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
62.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chino Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chino Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chino Valley is $59,733, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Chino Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,733
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,671
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$74,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,444
County GDP$12,137M

Business (County)

Restaurants612
Healthcare833
Retail790
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chino Valley is $352,100, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,178 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $493,421.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$352,100
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$493,421
Median List Price$421,320

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$421,320
$/Sq Ft$304
Homes Sold19
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops24.3%
Inventory70

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,178
1% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,387

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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Chino Valley, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chino Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death10,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities833
Chino Valley has a violent crime rate of 692 per 100,000 residents, 82% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,678 per 100,000 (37% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent692.2/100K
82% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.3/100K
Robbery27.3/100K
Assault637.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,677.8/100K
37% above US avg
Burglary519.2/100K
Theft1,976.5/100K
Vehicle Theft182.2/100K
Arson27.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Chino Valley has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,837 ft (1,474 m)
Area62.5 sq mi (161.8 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates34.7399°N, 112.4061°W
County FIPS04025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area62.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities833
Restaurants612
Retail Stores790

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home10.8%

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