Leupp, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Leupp is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,027. Residents earn $49,833 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,027 Population 76/sq mi density
$49,833 Median Income $18,211 per capita
$52,700 Home Value
$488 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$49,833 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,700 home value, $488/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,833
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,700
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,027
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

C
Median Income$49,833
Per Capita$18,211
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$10,662M
Commute54 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,700
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation4,760 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+77.5%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute54 min
Libraries10

Is Leupp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leupp receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Leupp offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leupp is $49,833, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leupp is $52,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Leupp experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Leupp has a population of 1,027 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.5%), with 1.2% White, 85% Asian.

Population

1,027
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
13.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Leupp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only46.3%
41% below US avg
Spanish53.7%
301% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Leupp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leupp is $49,833, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Leupp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,833
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$77,330

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,121
County GDP$10,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare431
Retail562
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.7 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leupp is $52,700, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,700
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% 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-Occupied70.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Rate7.07%
In Leupp, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma16.2%
COPD11.1%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress24.9%
Physical Distress21.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.3%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death11,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities431

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Leupp has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)
Area13.6 sq mi (35.1 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates35.2966°N, 111.0036°W
County FIPS04005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+77.5%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area13.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities431
Restaurants628
Retail Stores562

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.7 min
Work from Home4.0%

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