Kaibab, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Kaibab is a small town in Arizona with a population of 113. Residents earn $36,500 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
113 Population 17/sq mi density
$36,500 Median Income $22,916 per capita
$117,000 Home Value
$550 Median Rent
55°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
$36,500 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$117,000 home value, $550/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,500
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

D
Median Income$36,500
Per Capita$22,916
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,000
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation4,965 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+87.8%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute14 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries8

Is Kaibab a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaibab is $36,500, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaibab is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kaibab experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Kaibab has a population of 113 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (85%), with 8% Black.

Population

113
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaibab vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kaibab vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaibab is $36,500, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Kaibab vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,500
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,916
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$87,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,256
County GDP$11,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants474
Healthcare779
Retail757
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,928
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaibab is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,000
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% 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-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,928
12% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Kaibab, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma16.4%
COPD10.1%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress19.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.1%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death6,937/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities779

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kaibab has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,965 ft (1,513 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates36.8797°N, 112.7256°W
County FIPS49053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities779
Restaurants474
Retail Stores757

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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