La Paz Valley, AZ

Arizona

La Paz Valley is a small town in Arizona with a population of 550.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
550 Population 19/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $46,829 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How La Paz Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population550
Median Age73.6 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,829
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$849M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain4.6 in/yr
Elevation1,057 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Libraries5

Is La Paz Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Paz Valley receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. La Paz Valley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

La Paz Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

La Paz Valley has a population of 550 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 73.6 years, 89% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

550
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
73.6yrs
Median Age
89% above US avg
29.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.2%
Female 31.8%

Race & Ethnicity

La Paz Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

La Paz Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Paz Valley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: La Paz Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,829
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$50,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$849M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare26
Retail87
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home74.7%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
In La Paz Valley, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Paz Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death23,645/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26

Crime Rates: La Paz Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

La Paz Valley has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.6 inches
88% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)
Area29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates33.5582°N, 114.2435°W
County FIPS04012
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area29.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants74
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home74.7%

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