Home Value
$206,000
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Dragoon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population227
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.4%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$54,295
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$6,576M
Commute47 min
Housing
Home Value$206,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation4,674 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute47 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries13
Is Dragoon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dragoon receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Dragoon faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dragoon is $206,000, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Dragoon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Dragoon has a population of 227 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 61.3% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Spanish | 38.8% |
| 190% above US avg |
The median household income in Dragoon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $54,295 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,151 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,351 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,604 |
| County GDP | $6,576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 281 |
| Retail | 367 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,992 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 47.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dragoon is $206,000, 27% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $206,000 |
| 27% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,992 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.45% |
In Dragoon, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dragoon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.8% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.2% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,424/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 281 |
Crime Rates: Dragoon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Dragoon has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.0 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,674 ft (1,425 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 116/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0215°N, 110.0347°W |
| County FIPS | 04003 |