Donovan Estates, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Donovan Estates is a small town in Arizona with a population of 623. Residents earn $39,018 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
623 Population 4,792/sq mi density
$39,018 Median Income $22,846 per capita
$159,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$39,018 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$159,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,018
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,500
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Donovan Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population623
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density4,792/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,018
Per Capita$22,846
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,353M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$159,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain3.2 in/yr
Elevation125 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+53.5%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute17 min
Libraries9

Is Donovan Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donovan Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Donovan Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donovan Estates is $39,018, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% 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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donovan Estates is $159,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Donovan Estates has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 3.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Donovan Estates has a population of 623 with a density of 4,792 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.7%).

Population

623
Total Population
4,792
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Donovan Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only17.2%
78% below US avg
Spanish82.8%
518% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Donovan Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donovan Estates is $39,018, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Donovan Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,018
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,846
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$53,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,988
County GDP$11,353M

Business (County)

Restaurants371
Healthcare417
Retail466
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,473
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Donovan Estates is $159,500, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,500
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$220
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.7%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,473
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Donovan Estates, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Donovan Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression16.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death9,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities417

Crime Rates: Donovan Estates vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Donovan Estates has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 92°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average92°F (34°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.2 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density4,792/sq mi
Coordinates32.7094°N, 114.6781°W
County FIPS04027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+53.5%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density4,792/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities417
Restaurants371
Retail Stores466

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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