Arizona · Metropolitan Area
Gadsden is a small town in Arizona with a population of 696. Residents earn $41,504 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Gadsden receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Gadsden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Gadsden is $41,504, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Gadsden is $169,600, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $483 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Gadsden has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 3.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 9.7% |
| 88% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 90.3% |
| 574% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,504 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,066 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,076 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,795 |
| County GDP | $12,907M |
| Restaurants | 280 |
| Healthcare | 322 |
| Retail | 429 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,268 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.52% |
| Commute Time | 62.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 41.4% |
| Public Transit | 58.6% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $169,600 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $240,750 |
| Census Median Rent | $483 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,268 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.52% |
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.4% |
| Depression | 17.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,703/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 322 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above US avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 3.3 inches |
| 91% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 99 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 357/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5564°N, 114.7810°W |
| County FIPS | 06025 |
Winner: Republican by 0.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.7% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 39.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.62 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 357/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 12 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 322 |
| Restaurants | 280 |
| Retail Stores | 429 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| Avg Commute | 62.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 41.4% |
| Public Transit | 58.6% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |