Cordes Lakes, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Cordes Lakes is a small town in Arizona with a population of 3,218. Residents earn $55,691 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,218 Population 297/sq mi density
$55,691 Median Income $23,955 per capita
$153,600 Home Value
$1,110 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,691 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value, $1,110/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,691
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,218
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,691
Per Capita$23,955
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation3,692 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+85.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute34 min
Libraries24

Is Cordes Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cordes Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cordes Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cordes Lakes is $55,691, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cordes Lakes is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cordes Lakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Cordes Lakes has a population of 3,218 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

3,218
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cordes Lakes is $55,691, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Cordes Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,691
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,955
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$74,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% 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 Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cordes Lakes is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg
Median List Price$187,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$187,450
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops45.8%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% below US avg

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-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Cordes Lakes, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death10,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities833

Crime Rates: Cordes Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Cordes Lakes has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,692 ft (1,125 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates34.3103°N, 112.1073°W
County FIPS04025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% 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+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities833
Restaurants612
Retail Stores790

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Work from Home3.4%

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