Miami, AZ

Arizona

Miami is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,436. Residents earn $44,286 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,436 Population 1,613/sq mi density
$44,286 Median Income $22,402 per capita
$74,600 Home Value $131,412 Zillow
$993 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
280 Violent Crime/100K 4,085 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$44,286 median income, 11.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,600 home value, $993/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
280 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,286
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,600
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 280/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.1%
175% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,436
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,613/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

D
Median Income$44,286
Per Capita$22,402
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty34.1%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,600
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,412

Crime

F
Violent280/100K
Property4,085/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault280/100K
Burglary1,903/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation3,503 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+88.8%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Libraries9

Is Miami a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miami receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Miami has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Miami is $44,286, 41% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Miami is $74,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Miami is below the national average at 280 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,085 per 100,000, 108% above the national average.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Miami enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Miami has a population of 1,436 with a density of 1,613 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.7%), with 15.4% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

1,436
Total Population
1,613
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Miami vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.5%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.5%
105% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Miami vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miami is $44,286, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Miami vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,286
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,402
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$62,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.1%
175% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare139
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Miami is $74,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,412.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,412

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% 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-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.99%
In Miami, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities139
Miami has a violent crime rate of 280 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,085 per 100,000 (108% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent279.8/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault279.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,085.1/100K
108% above US avg
Burglary1,902.6/100K
Theft2,014.6/100K
Vehicle Theft167.9/100K
Arson615.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Miami has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,503 ft (1,068 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Coordinates33.3951°N, 110.8724°W
County FIPS04007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants138
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Work from Home8.2%

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