Crystal Beach, AZ

Arizona

Crystal Beach is a small town in Arizona with a population of 232.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
232 Population 682/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $37,903 per capita
$271,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $271,700
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,903
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$849M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$271,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain4.2 in/yr
Elevation523 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.1%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute35 min
Libraries5

Is Crystal Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crystal Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Crystal Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crystal Beach is $271,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Crystal Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Crystal Beach has a population of 232 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

232
Total Population
682
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Crystal Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crystal Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crystal Beach is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Crystal Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,903
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$50,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$849M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare26
Retail87
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crystal Beach is $271,700, 4% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,700
4% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Crystal Beach, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crystal Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death23,645/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26

Crime Rates: Crystal Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Crystal Beach has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 96°F Jul (36°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average96°F (36°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.2 inches
89% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation523 ft (159 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates34.5714°N, 114.3926°W
County FIPS04012
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score4.62
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants74
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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