Katherine, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Katherine is a small town in Arizona with a population of 191. Residents earn $67,639 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
191 Population 51/sq mi density
$67,639 Median Income $26,550 per capita
N/A Home Value
$912 Median Rent 43.3% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,639 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$912/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,639
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $912
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans27.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,639
Per Capita$26,550
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,482M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$912
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden43.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain5.4 in/yr
Elevation693 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+79.1%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute15 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries14

Is Katherine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Katherine receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Katherine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Katherine is $67,639, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Katherine has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Katherine has a population of 191 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 15.2% Hispanic.

Population

191
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.8%
Female 38.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Katherine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Katherine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Katherine is $67,639, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Katherine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,639
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,550
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$60,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,056
County GDP$9,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants451
Healthcare515
Retail646
Manufacturing144

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $912 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$912
22% below US avg
Rent Burden43.3%

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-Occupied30.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
In Katherine, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.1%
Checkup Rate59.1%
Premature Death13,413/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities515

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)61
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Katherine has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.4 inches
86% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation693 ft (211 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates35.2208°N, 114.5613°W
County FIPS04015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+79.1%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities515
Restaurants451
Retail Stores646

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)61
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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