Deer Creek, AZ

Arizona

Deer Creek is a small town in Arizona with a population of 201. Residents earn $36,713 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
201 Population 110/sq mi density
$36,713 Median Income $26,218 per capita
$315,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,713 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$315,100 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,713
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $315,100
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age77.6 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,713
Per Capita$26,218
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,397M

Housing

D
Home Value$315,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Elevation3,065 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+85.6%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Broadband84.0%
Libraries9

Is Deer Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Deer Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Creek is $36,713, 51% 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 Deer Creek is $315,100, 12% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer 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. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Deer Creek has a population of 201 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 77.6 years, 99% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%).

Population

201
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
77.6yrs
Median Age
99% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deer Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Creek is $36,713, which is 51% 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: Deer Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,713
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,218
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 Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Creek is $315,100, 12% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,100
12% above 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Deer Creek, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities139

Crime Rates: Deer Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Deer 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,065 ft (934 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates34.0688°N, 111.3519°W
County FIPS04007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 84.0% 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+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants138
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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