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Forest Lakes, AZ

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Forest Lakes is a small town in Arizona with a population of 217. Residents earn $85,242 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
217 Population 21/sq mi density
$85,242 Median Income $69,095 per capita
$412,500 Home Value $541,584 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,242 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$412,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,242
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $412,500
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.4%
61% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age65.1 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,242
Per Capita$69,095
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute37 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$412,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$541,584
Housing Units1,009
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity23.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking9.4%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation7,583 ft (2,311 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.4%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+15.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute37 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries9

Is Forest Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forest Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Forest Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forest Lakes is $85,242, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forest Lakes is $412,500, 46% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Forest Lakes is a highly educated community — 54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Forest Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Forest Lakes has a population of 217 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 65.1 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

217
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
65.1yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Forest Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Forest Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forest Lakes is $85,242, which is 13% above 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. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Forest Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,242
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,095
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 Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Drive Alone38.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home61.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Forest Lakes is $412,500, 46% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $541,584.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$412,500
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$541,584
Median List Price$1,150,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,150,000
$/Sq Ft$397
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

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-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units1,009
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Forest Lakes, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 13.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Forest Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity13.1%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep29.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities139
Forest Lakes 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 18.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,583 ft (2,311 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.3 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates34.3299°N, 110.8107°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
County FIPS04007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 54.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 92.0% 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+54.4%
61% above US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+15.7%
School Test Score4.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants138
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Drive Alone38.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home61.4%

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