Mammoth, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Mammoth is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,015. Residents earn $46,719 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,015 Population 39/sq mi density
$46,719 Median Income $23,293 per capita
$98,200 Home Value
$980 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
134 Violent Crime/100K 537 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,719 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,200 home value, $980/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
134 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,719
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,200
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 134/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,015
Median Age58.6 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,719
Per Capita$23,293
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,200
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent134/100K
Property537/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary134/100K

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Elevation3,439 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+76.3%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Libraries19

Is Mammoth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mammoth receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mammoth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mammoth is $46,719, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mammoth is $98,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mammoth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 537 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mammoth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Mammoth has a population of 1,015 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 58.6 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

1,015
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
58.6yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
26.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mammoth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.7%
30% below US avg
Spanish45.3%
238% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mammoth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mammoth is $46,719, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Mammoth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,719
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$66,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,085
County GDP$16,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants424
Healthcare620
Retail539
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mammoth is $98,200, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,200
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$56
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Mammoth, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death9,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities620
Mammoth has a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 537 per 100,000 (73% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent134.2/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault134.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property536.9/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary134.2/100K
Theft402.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mammoth has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,439 ft (1,048 m)
Area26.3 sq mi (68.2 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates32.6852°N, 110.7293°W
County FIPS04021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+76.3%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area26.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities620
Restaurants424
Retail Stores539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations546
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home1.0%

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