Eagar, AZ

Arizona

Eagar is a small town in Arizona with a population of 4,410. Residents earn $81,667 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,410 Population 359/sq mi density
$81,667 Median Income $33,392 per capita
$231,100 Home Value $294,877 Zillow
$897 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
102 Violent Crime/100K 1,708 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,667 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,100 home value, $897/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
102 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,667
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,100
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 102/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $897
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,410
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,667
Per Capita$33,392
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$144M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,100
Rent$897
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,877

Crime

F
Violent102/100K
Property1,708/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault102/100K
Burglary569/100K

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation7,210 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+96.4%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is Eagar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagar receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Eagar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagar is $81,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.2% 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 Eagar is $231,100, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Eagar is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,708 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Eagar has a population of 4,410 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 7.6% Hispanic, 3% Asian.

Population

4,410
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagar is $81,667, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Eagar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,667
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,392
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$47,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagar is $231,100, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $897 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,877.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,100
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,877

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$897
23% below US avg

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-Occupied86.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
Effective Rate0.39%
In Eagar, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagar vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.3/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities6
Eagar has a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,708 per 100,000 (13% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent101.7/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault101.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,708.4/100K
13% below US avg
Burglary569.5/100K
Theft1,118.6/100K
Vehicle Theft20.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eagar has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,210 ft (2,198 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.8 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates34.1068°N, 109.3012°W
County FIPS35003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score4.62
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home1.4%

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