Hayden, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Hayden is a small town in Arizona with a population of 412. Residents earn $28,654 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
412 Population 324/sq mi density
$28,654 Median Income $20,137 per capita
$37,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$28,654 median income, 18.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,654
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,400
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.9%
425% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population412
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

D
Median Income$28,654
Per Capita$20,137
Unemployment18.9%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Elevation2,095 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+85.9%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries19

Is Hayden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hayden receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hayden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayden is $28,654, 62% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hayden is $37,400, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hayden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Hayden has a population of 412 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.5%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

412
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.0%
45% below US avg
Spanish57.0%
325% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hayden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayden is $28,654, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hayden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,654
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,137
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$66,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.9%
425% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above 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
Effective Tax Rate7.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayden is $37,400, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,400
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate7.90%
In Hayden, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 37.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity37.6%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death9,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities620

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Hayden has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,095 ft (639 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates32.9950°N, 110.7799°W
County FIPS04021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities620
Restaurants424
Retail Stores539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home2.8%

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