Gadsden, AZ

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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
696 Population 357/sq mi density
$41,504 Median Income $18,066 per capita
$169,600 Home Value $240,750 Zillow
$483 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,504 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$169,600 home value, $483/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,504
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,600
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $483
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population696
Median Age24.2 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female22% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,504
Per Capita$18,066
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$12,907M
Commute62 min

Housing

A
Home Value$169,600
Rent$483
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$240,750

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain3.3 in/yr
Elevation99 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+39.2%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute62 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries12

Is Gadsden a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Gadsden has a population of 696 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 24.2 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (30%).

Population

696
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
24.2yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.4%
Female 77.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gadsden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only9.7%
88% below US avg
Spanish90.3%
574% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gadsden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gadsden is $41,504, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes.

Income: Gadsden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,504
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,066
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$50,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,795
County GDP$12,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare322
Retail429
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time62.1 min
Drive Alone41.4%
Public Transit58.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gadsden is $169,600, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $483 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,750.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,600
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$240,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$483
58% 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-Occupied33.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Gadsden, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death8,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities322

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Gadsden has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.3 inches
91% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation99 ft (30 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates32.5564°N, 114.7810°W
County FIPS06025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+39.2%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants280
Retail Stores429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute62.1 min
Drive Alone41.4%
Public Transit58.6%
Work from Home0.0%

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