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Gold Canyon, AZ

Arizona · Pinal County · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler Metro

Gold Canyon is a small city in Arizona with a population of 12,488. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,488 Population 436/sq mi density
$85,833 Median Income $59,648 per capita
$469,600 Home Value $487,427 Zillow
$1,213 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
244 Violent Crime/100K 3,276 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,833 median income, 0.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$469,600 home value, $1,213/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
244 violent crimes/100K (36% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $85,833
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $469,600
67% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 244/100K
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,213
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,488
Median Age66.1 yrs
Density436/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans16.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,833
Per Capita$59,648
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$469,600
Rent$1,213
Ownership94.3%
Zillow$487,427
Housing Units7,601
Rent Burden22.8%

Crime

F
Violent244/100K
Property3,276/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking10.6%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+13.5%
School Score4.57

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Broadband94.5%
EV Stations10
Libraries19

Is Gold Canyon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gold Canyon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Gold Canyon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gold Canyon is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gold Canyon is $469,600, making it a premium housing market at 67% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,213 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Gold Canyon is below the national average at 244 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,276 per 100,000, 67% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gold Canyon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Gold Canyon has a population of 12,488 with a density of 436 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54% female and 46% male. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents. 16.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,488
Total Population
436
People / sq mi
66.1yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
22.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Gold Canyon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gold Canyon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gold Canyon is $85,833, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,648 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,118, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,085 business establishments, including 424 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100.7, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 24.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gold Canyon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,833
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$66,681
Gini Index0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,085
County GDP$16,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants424
Healthcare620
Retail539
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Cost of Living100.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gold Canyon is $469,600, 67% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,427. Homes sell for 97.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,213 (4% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,151 for a one-bedroom to $1,419 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,601 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2002. The average annual property tax is $2,956 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 22.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$469,600
67% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$487,427
Median List Price$525,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$525,000
$/Sq Ft$280
Homes Sold46
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops26.9%
Inventory245

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,213
4% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,049
Rent Burden22.8%

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

Homeownership94.3%
Owner-Occupied94.3%
Renter-Occupied5.7%
Housing Units7,601
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Gold Canyon, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 28.7% have high blood pressure. 10.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 18.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.3% report depression. 16.9% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,619. The dentist ratio is 1:2,919. 63.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-24)

PM2.5
6.8
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
39.9
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.8
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
108.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
122.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Gold Canyon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.3%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,619
Dentists1:2,919
Mental Health1:1,116
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death9,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities620
Gold Canyon has a violent crime rate of 244 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,276 per 100,000, 67% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 79 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 546 federally declared disasters. Overall, Gold Canyon receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent244.1/100K
36% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,275.7/100K
67% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
Traffic Accidents170
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Gold Canyon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,906 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Area22.4 sq mi (58.0 km²)
Population Density436/sq mi
Coordinates33.3639°N, 111.4230°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
CountyPinal County County
Nearest AirportPhoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)
34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.6"
67% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.05"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0517 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score93.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability43.7 / 100
Community Resilience13.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively High
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Jul 1, 2005 23 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona M3.4 139 km
May 9, 2009 11 km SSW of Cordes Lakes, Arizona M3.1 115 km
Jun 25, 2010 8 km SW of Roosevelt, Arizona M3.1 35 km
Feb 19, 2025 0 km SW of Christopher Creek, Arizona M3.0 112 km
Jun 18, 2022 4 km SW of Clay Springs, Arizona M3.0 148 km
Sep 9, 2014 6 km SE of Roosevelt, Arizona M2.9 42 km
Aug 30, 2014 8 km W of Rock House, Arizona M2.9 48 km
Sep 26, 2010 3 km NNW of Roosevelt, Arizona M2.8 45 km
Jul 4, 2021 28 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona M2.8 145 km
Sep 23, 2013 7 km WSW of Pinedale, Arizona M2.8 144 km
Jun 6, 2020 5 km NW of New River, Arizona M2.6 95 km
Feb 25, 2022 1 km S of Roosevelt, Arizona M2.6 42 km
Aug 9, 2025 14 km ENE of Willow Canyon, Arizona M2.6 132 km
Feb 15, 2022 6 km S of Roosevelt, Arizona M2.5 38 km
Feb 12, 2022 2 km ESE of Roosevelt, Arizona M2.5 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

91 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 77 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jan 17, 1993 EF2 53 km 0
Jun 21, 1972 EF2 55 km 0
Sep 14, 1971 EF2 79 km 0
Aug 30, 1971 EF2 46 km 0
Oct 3, 1968 EF2 92 km 0
Jul 4, 1968 EF2 31 km 0
Nov 19, 2023 EF1 100 km 0
Jul 14, 1996 EF1 64 km 0
Feb 13, 1995 EF1 26 km 0
Jan 18, 1993 EF1 34 km 0
May 23, 1992 EF1 61 km 0
Jan 6, 1992 EF1 61 km 0
Jul 20, 1988 EF1 61 km 0
Nov 18, 1986 EF1 13 km 0
Mar 15, 1985 EF1 45 km 0
Aug 9, 1984 EF1 69 km 0
Jul 22, 1984 EF1 53 km 0
Aug 16, 1983 EF1 57 km 0
Aug 8, 1983 EF1 76 km 0
Sep 5, 1981 EF1 90 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BUSH (212,542 ac, 2020).

Year Name Acres Distance
2020 BUSH 212,542 50 km
2021 TELEGRAPH 187,248 46 km
2019 WOODBURY 130,242 29 km
2004 WILLOW 118,494 83 km
2021 MESCAL 79,346 76 km
2005 EDGE COMPLEX 69,291 48 km
2020 GRIFFIN 61,455 75 km
1996 LONE 60,574 38 km
2024 FREEMAN 32,950 79 km
2016 JUNIPER 32,293 72 km
2024 SAND STONE 26,470 47 km
2020 SAWTOOTH 23,174 12 km
1995 RIO 22,666 49 km
2020 SALT 21,885 50 km
2020 CASSADORE SPRINGS 21,534 99 km
1995 BASIN 21,533 68 km
2020 ROCKHOUSE 18,435 86 km
2012 SUNFLOWER 17,687 66 km
2005 THREE FIRE COMPLEX (THREE) 15,849 42 km
2024 SIPHON 15,019 12 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
February 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
March 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
June 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 91°F (33°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 87°F (31°C) 2.1 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 1.4 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.4 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Gold Canyon has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 52°F in December to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") and June the driest (0.2").

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Gold Canyon is located in Pinal County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.6% of the vote, a 22.1-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 620 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
Traffic Accidents170
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations546
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+13.5%
School Test Score4.57
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density436/sq mi
Total Area22.4 sq mi
CountyPinal County County

Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Avg Download Speed77.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities620
Restaurants424
Retail Stores539

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home24.8%
Average costs for common services in Gold Canyon. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $252 ($151-$403)
Specialist Visit $352 ($201-$554)
Urgent Care Visit $201 ($101-$352)
Emergency Room Visit $2,215 ($806-$5,035)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76-$201)
Dental Filling $252 ($151-$403)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25-$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($50-$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $302 ($151-$504)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20-$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $604 ($403-$1,007)
Battery Replacement $201 ($101-$352)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($60-$151)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($50-$141)
HVAC Repair $403 ($151-$806)
HVAC System Install $7,049 ($4,028-$12,084)
Roof Repair $1,007 ($403-$2,014)
Roof Replacement $9,063 ($5,539-$15,105)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,511 ($504-$3,525)
Divorce (Contested) $15,105 ($5,035-$30,210)
DUI Defense $5,035 ($2,014-$10,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,511 ($806-$3,021)
Will Preparation $504 ($201-$1,007)
Trust Preparation $2,518 ($1,007-$5,035)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15-$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30-$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $151 ($76-$252)
Manicure $25 ($15-$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25-$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($50-$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.13 ($3.02-$5.54)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.52 ($2.52-$5.04)
Loaf of Bread $3.83 ($2.52-$5.54)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.53 ($3.02-$6.55)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.54 ($4.03-$7.55)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.60-$1.81)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $141 ($81-$252)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30-$151)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40-$121)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40-$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30-$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($50-$151)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $201 ($76-$504)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,014 ($1,208-$3,525)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30-$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.06-$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30-$252)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15-$76)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,208 ($604-$2,518)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,007 ($504-$2,014)
After-School Care (Monthly) $403 ($201-$705)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25-$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,007 ($403-$2,518)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,588 ($5,035-$30,210)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30-$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($50-$201)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30-$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20-$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $302 ($151-$504)
Cat Spay/Neuter $201 ($101-$403)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$904
Toddler$701
Preschool$701
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$909
Toddler$747
Preschool$747
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pinal County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 10,831 504 $38,695 1.40
Accommodation & Food Services 8,209 406 $25,025 1.16
Manufacturing 6,618 132 $82,576 1.04
Health Care & Social Assistance 5,647 466 $55,885 0.51
Administrative & Waste Services 5,148 340 $61,254 1.13
Construction 4,514 527 $71,112 1.11
Wholesale Trade 2,000 276 $101,794 0.65
Other Services 1,983 318 $45,838 0.85
Agriculture & Forestry 1,836 146 $52,502 2.92
Professional & Technical Services 1,685 628 $87,821 0.31
Educational Services 1,412 67 $50,236 0.88
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,292 19 $87,054 4.40
Transportation & Warehousing 1,240 171 $60,514 0.38
Finance & Insurance 1,145 258 $80,391 0.36
Arts & Entertainment 763 53 $32,052 0.58
Real Estate 694 246 $41,243 0.58
Information & Technology 616 103 $61,879 0.42
Management of Companies 562 151 $64,899 0.43
Utilities 356 15 $76,023 1.21
Unclassified 28 80 $36,791 0.26

Radio Stations near Gold Canyon

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
99.1 The Ranch country AAC+ 32 kbps
The Ranch country MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near Gold Canyon

10 campgrounds found near Gold Canyon.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Tortilla Campground 4.8/5 76 $20
FRAZIER HORSE CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 8 $16
FRAZIER GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 1 $75
Larry Forbis Overnight Group Site 4.4/5 3 $75
Burnt Corral Campground 4.3/5 79 $20, $40
Windy Hill Campground 4.2/5 137 $25, $50
Cholla Campground 4.1/5 133 $25, $50
GRAPEVINE GROUP CAMPGROUND 3.7/5 9 $75
Schoolhouse Campground (AZ) 3.7/5 40 $20, $40
Riverside Campground (AZ) - 1 Free

National Parks Near Gold Canyon

5 national parks and monuments found near Gold Canyon.

ParkTypeFee
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument National Monument Free
McFarland State Historic Park State Park Free
Oracle State Park State Park Free
Picacho Peak State Park State Park Free
Tonto National Monument National Monument $10

Trails Near Gold Canyon

128+ trails found near Gold Canyon.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
ARIZONA TRAIL 22.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DUTCHMANS 18.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BALLANTINE 10.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ALDER 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
J F 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
REAVIS RANCH 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WEST PINTO 7.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FOUR PEAKS 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
REAVIS RANCH 7.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RED TANKS 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PETERS 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FROG 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COFFEE FLAT 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PASS MOUNTAIN LOOP 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOST GOLDMINE 6.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOULDER 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SYCAMORE 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PERALTA 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JACOBS CROSSCUT 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HAUNTED CANYON 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SOLDIER 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DENTON 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MILLSITE 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
VINEYARD 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COTTONWOOD 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
REAVIS CANYON 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BULL BASIN 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAMPAIGN 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAMPAIGN 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROGERS CANYON 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BACON 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TWO BAR 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SPENCER 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FIRE LINE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HAWES 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
HAUNTED CANYON 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TWO BAR 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
REAVIS GAP 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOULDER CREEK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLUFF SPRING 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TULE 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SECOND WATER 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAVALRY 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOYER 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SALT RIVER 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLACK MESA 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHILLICUT 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARADISE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TERRAPIN 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BUTCHER JONES 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE CREEK LOOP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CUFF BUTTON 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CUFF BUTTON 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAGUARO 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CUFF BUTTON 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
REAVIS GAP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CANE SPRING 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PALO VERDE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOWER SOLDIER 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TREASURE LOOP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DIAMOND 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WHISKEY 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RIDGE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
STATELINE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BROWNS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOWER SALT RIVER INTERPRETIVE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TULE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FOUR PEAKS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WOODBURY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JUG 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OAK FLAT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SADDLE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
WIND CAVE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SOLDIER 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BULL PASS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COTTONWOOD 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOYER 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ALDER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIEROGLYPHIC 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAGUARO 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FOUR PEAKS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DELTA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST PINTO 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
J F 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RED TANKS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOMPSON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SIPHON DRAW 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JOJOBA 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PIGEON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOULDER 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PIGEON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRANITE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
BOYER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PROSPECTORS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WOODBURY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOMPSON 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JUG 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PLOW SADDLE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAGUARO LAKE VISTA 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ALDER RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
THOMPSON 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BUTCHER JONES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOMPSON 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PARKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PARKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PARKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
EL OSO 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
THOMPSON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOMPSON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
THOMPSON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CEMETERY 0.1 ASPHALT Yes - -
CAMPAIGN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOWER SOLDIER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
REAVIS RANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOMPSON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CEMETERY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SECOND WATER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARKER CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PARKER CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
THOMPSON 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BROWNS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -

Museums in Gold Canyon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4087 NORTH APACHE TRAIL4809834888$295,557
MIAMI SPORTS GROUPGENERAL MUSEUM$30,349
APACHELAND MOVIE RANCH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4809834888
SAN TAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4809879380

Libraries in Gold Canyon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
APACHE JUNCTION PUBLIC LIBRARY1177 NORTH IDAHO ROAD0.0321,252

Hotels in Gold Canyon

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Gold Canyon Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Gold Canyon

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AJ's Fairways Grille
Hitching Post Pizza
Rosotis Pizza
The Prospector

Cafes in Gold Canyon

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mountain Brew Coffee House

Theatres in Gold Canyon

9 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fairhaven Theatre
Falconer's Heath
Melee Stage
Middleshire Stage
Mud Stage
Palace Theatre
Rialto Stage
Teatro de la Rosa
The Boat House Stage

Monuments in Gold Canyon

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fireplace Chimney
Mine

Theme Parks in Gold Canyon

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maze

Clinics in Gold Canyon

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

first-aid
Urgent Care

Gas Stations in Gold Canyon

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Propane
Shell

Banks in Gold Canyon

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chase
Gold Canyon Bank
Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in Gold Canyon

5 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elite Golf Schools of Arizona
Gold Canyon Golf Resort
Gold Canyon RV & Golf Resort
Mountain Brook Golf Club
Superstition Mountain Golf

Pharmacies in Gold Canyon

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BASHAS' 5311 SOUTH SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN DRIVE 480-474-9406
WALGREENS - 6440 6951 SOUTH KINGS RANCH ROAD 480-288-7208

Cell Towers in Gold Canyon

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Florence JCN) 20950 E Hwy 60LTOWER60
(Dinosaur site) 15655 E Highway 60LTOWER48
1504 East Ocotillo Road (84197)MTOWER29
1504 East Ocotillo Road (84197)MTOWER29
1001 NORTH IDAHO (10911)MTOWER28
1001 NORTH IDAHO (10911)MTOWER28

Bridges in Gold Canyon

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19646522,144G
CulvertConcrete continuous19306622,144F
CulvertConcrete continuous19646522,144F
CulvertConcrete continuous19653713,256F
CulvertConcrete continuous19654413,256F
CulvertConcrete continuous19654313,256F
CulvertConcrete continuous19303613,256G
SlabConcrete continuous19304010,995F
SlabConcrete continuous19654210,092F
CulvertSteel19906610,017F
SlabConcrete continuous19301107,892F
SlabConcrete continuous1960887,892F
SlabConcrete1930227,892G
SlabConcrete continuous19651176,947F
SlabConcrete continuous1965886,947F
CulvertConcrete continuous1993265,097G
CulvertConcrete continuous20011344,456G
CulvertConcrete continuous2002654,456G
CulvertConcrete continuous1999262,535G
CulvertSteel2000411,957G
CulvertConcrete continuous1999341,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1995851,272F
CulvertSteel2000211,100G
Truss (Thru)Steel19164881,005F
Truss (Thru)Steel19241801,005F
CulvertSteel2001671,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous198736500G
CulvertSteel200022500G
CulvertSteel200050500G
CulvertConcrete continuous200026350G
CulvertConcrete continuous200167300G
CulvertConcrete continuous200026300G
CulvertSteel200029300G
CulvertConcrete continuous196124229G
CulvertConcrete continuous199565200G
Truss (Thru)Steel19009230G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20239830G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19425530F

Airports Near Gold Canyon

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Phoenix Sky Harbor International AirportPHXLarge Airport
Mesa Gateway AirportAZAMedium Airport
14th Street Gliderfield-Small Airport
Ak Chin Community Airfield-Small Airport
Ak-Chin Regional Airport-Small Airport
Boulais Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Bouquet Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Carranza Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Casa Grande Municipal AirportCGZSmall Airport
Chandler Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Chapman Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Coolidge Municipal Airport-Small Airport
El Ranchito Aravaipa Landing Field-Small Airport
Eloy Farms Airstrip-Small Airport
Eloy Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Estrella Sailport Gliderport-Small Airport
Falcon FieldMSCSmall Airport
Florence Military Reservation Airstrip-Small Airport
Francisco Grande Gliderport-Small Airport
Grapevine Airstrip-Small Airport
Hangar Haciendas Airpark-Small Airport
Kearny Airport-Small Airport
Millar Airport-Small Airport
Mountain View Park Glider Landing Zone-Small Airport
Pegasus Airpark-Small Airport
Phoenix Deer Valley AirportDVTSmall Airport
Potters Field-Small Airport
Pretzer Strip-Small Airport
Sarita Airport-Small Airport
Sawtooth Airport-Small Airport
Scottsdale AirportSCFSmall Airport
Seed Farm Airport-Small Airport
Sky Ranch At Carefree Airport-Small Airport
Stellar Airpark-Small Airport
Sunnyslope Glider Landing Zone-Small Airport
Superior Municipal Airport-Small Airport
University of Arizona Maricopa Agricultural Center North Airport-Small Airport
Willow Springs Ranch Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Gold Canyon

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Apache Junction Police Department1001 North Idaho Road
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office substation7307 N Bush Hwy
Mesa Police Superstition Station2430 South Ellsworth Road
Pinal County Sheriff's Office Gold Canyon5750 South Kings Ranch Road
Pinal County Sheriffs Office San Tan3655 East Hunt Highway
Queen Creek Police Department20727 East Civic Parkway
Sheriff's Aid Station14013 North Bush Highway

Grocery Stores in Gold Canyon

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bashas' 82Super Store5311 S Superstition Mtn Dr
Circle K 2703499Convenience Store7138 E US Highway 60
Jack in The Box #1503Restaurant Meals Program6478 E US Highway 60
Maverik 773Convenience Store6940 S Kings Ranch Rd
SUBWAY 25710Restaurant Meals Program5301 SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN DRIVE
Walgreens 6440Other6951 S Kings Ranch Rd

Treatment Centers in Gold Canyon

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Axiom CareSubstance Abuse602-626-8112
Light at the End BehavioralBoth623-265-6220
Rising Star Behavior Health LLCBoth602-814-4693

DOL Wage Violations in Gold Canyon

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $414 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$414
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Precision Builders, LLC - - 85118 - 1 $414 $414 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gold Canyon

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CENTER OF TRUTH INC6955 E CUERNAVACO WAY
CENTERSTAGE CHURCH6338 S KINGS RANCH RD
CHAPEL OF JOY INC7114 E HACIENDA LA COLORADA DR
EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN WOMENS MINISTRY CONNECTION4346 S STRONG BOX RD
FRESH FIRE INTERNATIONAL7263 E DESERT HONEYSUCKLE DR
GOLD CANYON CHURCH OF CHRIST5821 S CAMINO FUEGO
GOLD CANYON COMMUNITY CHURCH5810 S ALAMEDA RD
KINGDOM OF GOD MISSION INTERNATIONAL CHURCH INC PHOENIX10489 E DUTCHMANS TRL

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gold Canyon

What is the population of Gold Canyon?

Gold Canyon has a population of 12,488 residents and is located in Arizona. The population density is 436 people per square mile, spread across 22.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54% female and 46% male.

Is Gold Canyon expensive to live in?

Gold Canyon has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100.7 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $469,600 (67% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,213 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Gold Canyon safe?

Gold Canyon is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 244 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,276 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Gold Canyon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gold Canyon?

Gold Canyon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Gold Canyon?

The job market in Gold Canyon is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,118. There are 5,085 business establishments in the area, including 424 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 24.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gold Canyon?

The median home value in Gold Canyon is $469,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,427. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,213. Fair market rent is $1,151 for a 1-bedroom and $1,419 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 94.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,956.

How are the schools in Gold Canyon?

Schools in Gold Canyon have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 38.1% of adults in Gold Canyon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gold Canyon?

The obesity rate in Gold Canyon is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.6% of adults are smokers. 18.5% are physically inactive. 22.3% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance. 63.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,619.

What is transportation like in Gold Canyon?

The average commute in Gold Canyon is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 24.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gold Canyon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gold Canyon is 92.4% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home. 16.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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