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Christopher Creek, AZ

Arizona

Christopher Creek is a small town in Arizona with a population of 83. Residents earn $45,682 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
83 Population 26/sq mi density
$45,682 Median Income $54,842 per capita
$241,700 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,682 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$241,700 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,682
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $241,700
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age74.4 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,682
Per Capita$54,842
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,397M

Housing

B+
Home Value$241,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units308
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity29.5%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking14.1%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,981 ft (1,823 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband54.0%
Libraries9

Is Christopher Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Christopher Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Christopher Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Christopher Creek is $45,682, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Christopher Creek is $241,700, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Christopher Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Christopher Creek has a population of 83 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 74.4 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

83
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
74.4yrs
Median Age
91% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Christopher Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Christopher Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Christopher Creek is $45,682, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Christopher Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,682
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,842
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$62,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare139
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Christopher Creek is $241,700, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,700
14% below US avg
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$387
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units308
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
In Christopher Creek, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Christopher Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities139
Christopher Creek has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,981 ft (1,823 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates34.3210°N, 111.0072°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
County FIPS04007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.62
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants138
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

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