Litchfield Park, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Litchfield Park is a small city in Arizona with a population of 6,871. Residents earn $124,973 per year, which is 66% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,871 Population 2,095/sq mi density
$124,973 Median Income $59,255 per capita
$547,700 Home Value $528,339 Zillow
$2,230 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$124,973 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$547,700 home value, $2,230/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,973
66% higher than US avg
Home Value $547,700
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.7%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,230
92% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,871
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density2,095/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,973
Per Capita$59,255
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$419,250M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$547,700
Rent$2,230
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$528,339

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Elevation1,052 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.7%
High School+97.3%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute26 min
EV Stations6
Libraries65

Is Litchfield Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Litchfield Park receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Litchfield Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Litchfield Park is $124,973, which is significantly higher than the national average — 66% above $75,149. This places Litchfield Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Litchfield Park is $547,700, making it a premium housing market at 94% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,230 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Litchfield Park is a highly educated community — 51.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Litchfield Park has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Litchfield Park has a population of 6,871 with a density of 2,095 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

6,871
Total Population
2,095
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Litchfield Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.1%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Litchfield Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Litchfield Park is $124,973, which is 66% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Litchfield Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,973
66% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,420
IRS Avg AGI$95,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)142,693
County GDP$419,250M

Business (County)

Restaurants9,181
Healthcare14,863
Retail11,005
Manufacturing3,016

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Litchfield Park is $547,700, 94% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,230 (92% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $528,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$547,700
94% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$528,339
Median List Price$725,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$725,000
$/Sq Ft$263
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops30.2%
Inventory53

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,230
92% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,076

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-Occupied84.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Litchfield Park, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Litchfield Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death8,525/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access92.8%
Healthcare Facilities14,863

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)630
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Litchfield Park has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 92°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average92°F (34°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density2,095/sq mi
Coordinates33.5018°N, 112.3595°W
County FIPS04013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.7%
53% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score4.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,095/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities14,863
Restaurants9,181
Retail Stores11,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)630
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home27.4%

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