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Hard Rock, AZ

Arizona

Hard Rock is a small town in Arizona with a population of 111.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
111 Population 19/sq mi density
$134,400 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $134,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 68.8%
455% higher than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,723
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty68.8%
County GDP$4,065M

Housing

Home Value$134,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35
Rent Burden22.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation6,022 ft (1,836 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries15

Is Hard Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hard Rock receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hard Rock faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 68.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hard Rock is $134,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hard Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Hard Rock has a population of 111 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 100% Asian.

Population

111
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hard Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only19.5%
75% below US avg
Spanish80.5%
501% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hard Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hard Rock is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 68.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hard Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,723
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$56,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate68.8%
455% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,970
County GDP$4,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare253
Retail278
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,898
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hard Rock is $134,400, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,400
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.9%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units35
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,898
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
Hard Rock has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,022 ft (1,836 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates36.0302°N, 110.5042°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
County FIPS04017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities253
Restaurants248
Retail Stores278

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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