Desert Hills, AZ

Desert Hills, AZ

At a Glance

How Desert Hills Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Desert Hills's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Desert Hills a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Desert Hills residents earn a median household income of $68,523 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,693. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 402 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Desert Hills is $239,200 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $456,264. The cost of living index is 100.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1998.

Safety & Crime

Desert Hills reports 166 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,097/100K.

Education

24.5% of adults in Desert Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Desert Hills has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 4.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

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