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Morenci, AZ

Arizona · Greenlee County

Morenci is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,514. Residents earn $79,800 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,514 Population 1,628/sq mi density
$79,800 Median Income $42,215 per capita
$554 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
20 Violent Crime/100K 2,099 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$79,800 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$554/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
20 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,800
6% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 20/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $554
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,514
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,628/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans0.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,800
Per Capita$42,215
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,526M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Rent$554
Ownership4.0%
Zillow$277,261
Housing Units766
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

F
Violent20/100K
Property2,099/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%
Uninsured15.0%
Smoking11.7%
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,268 ft (1,301 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.26

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute8 min
Broadband78.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Morenci a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morenci receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Morenci offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morenci is $79,800, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $554 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Morenci is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,099 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Morenci enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Morenci has a population of 1,514 with a density of 1,628 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 35.1% female and 64.9% male. The city is predominantly White (61.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 7.1% Black, 1.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 73% of residents, while 27% speak Spanish. 0.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,514
Total Population
1,628
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.9%
Female 35.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Morenci vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 73.0%
7% below US avg
Spanish 27.0%
101% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Morenci vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morenci is $79,800, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,215. The average weekly wage is $1,696, 18% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 110 business establishments, including 11 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100.7, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Morenci vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,800
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,215
Avg Weekly Wage$1,696
IRS Avg AGI$75,629
Gini Index0.376 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$2,526M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare8
Retail20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,125
68% below US avg
Cost of Living100.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.1%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,261. Monthly rent averages $554 (52% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,151 for a one-bedroom to $1,419 for a two-bedroom apartment. 4.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 766 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $1,125 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 9.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$277,261

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$554
52% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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

Homeownership4.0%
Owner-Occupied4.0%
Renter-Occupied96.0%
Housing Units766
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,125
68% below US avg
In Morenci, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.7% have high blood pressure. 11.7% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 22.4% are physically inactive. 18.7% report depression. 15.7% experience frequent mental distress. 15.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,567. The dentist ratio is 1:4,651. 79.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Uninsured15.0%
74% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,567
Dentists1:4,651
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death11,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities8
Morenci has a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,099 per 100,000, 7% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Morenci receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent19.8/100K
95% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,099.4/100K
7% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents20
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Morenci enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 4,268 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,268 ft (1,301 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,628/sq mi
Coordinates33.0584°N, 109.3332°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
CountyGreenlee County County
Nearest AirportSafford Regional (SAD)
23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.72"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score12.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.4 / 100
Community Resilience22.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

59 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Jun 29, 2014 13 km SW of Franklin, Arizona M5.3 55 km
Jun 29, 2014 12 km S of Franklin, Arizona M4.0 59 km
Jul 3, 2014 11 km S of Franklin, Arizona M3.9 58 km
Jul 11, 2014 5 km WSW of Franklin, Arizona M3.6 49 km
Jul 10, 2014 16 km S of Franklin, Arizona M3.6 62 km
Jun 29, 2014 16 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona M3.6 60 km
Jul 12, 2014 17 km S of Franklin, Arizona M3.6 63 km
Oct 8, 2012 32 km WNW of Glenwood, New Mexico M3.6 39 km
May 24, 2010 27 km NNE of Morenci, Arizona M3.6 28 km
May 24, 2010 24 km NNE of Morenci, Arizona M3.6 25 km
Jul 9, 2014 13 km S of Franklin, Arizona M3.6 61 km
Jun 30, 2014 19 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona M3.5 64 km
Oct 29, 2012 35 km WNW of Glenwood, New Mexico M3.5 39 km
Jul 6, 2014 Arizona M3.5 57 km
Jul 11, 2014 12 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona M3.5 57 km
Jun 29, 2014 14 km S of Franklin, Arizona M3.5 62 km
Jun 29, 2014 10 km SW of Franklin, Arizona M3.4 53 km
Jan 25, 2015 9 km S of Franklin, Arizona M3.4 57 km
Apr 27, 2019 2 km WSW of Franklin, Arizona M3.4 49 km
Feb 16, 2013 34 km WNW of Glenwood, New Mexico M3.3 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

6 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 13, 1989 EF1 96 km 0
Jul 31, 2015 EF0 41 km 0
Sep 3, 2008 EF0 88 km 0
Sep 6, 2007 EF0 90 km 0
Aug 30, 2006 EF0 90 km 0
Aug 17, 1992 EF0 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Red Hill (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Red Hill Volcanic field 2,300 m (7,546 ft) -9450 140 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WALLOW (563,664 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 WALLOW 563,664 83 km
2012 WHITEWATER-BALDY 306,923 77 km
2001 UNNAMED 151,684 61 km
2003 DRY LAKE COMPLEX (DRY LAKES) 113,956 86 km
2021 JOHNSON 95,808 81 km
2011 MILLER 84,760 95 km
2014 SKUNK 73,774 79 km
2017 FRYE 54,202 63 km
1993 BRUSH 39,349 86 km
2002 MIDDLE 37,096 97 km
2021 PINNACLE 35,281 84 km
2006 BEAR 34,703 82 km
2015 WHITETAIL 33,592 100 km
2020 COW CANYON 33,536 59 km
2004 NUTALL COMPLEX (NUTALL) 31,880 64 km
2020 VALLEY 29,331 95 km
2018 RATTLESNAKE 27,383 64 km
2020 BLUE RIVER 2 26,885 94 km
2009 GREASEWOOD 24,902 73 km
2020 CUB 24,489 84 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
February 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
March 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in
April 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
July 87°F (31°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Morenci has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 43°F in December to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (0.4").

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Morenci is located in Greenlee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 0% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.8% of the vote, a 40.9-point margin. 78.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 8 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents20
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.26
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density1,628/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyGreenlee County County

Services

Broadband Access78.5%
Avg Download Speed48.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants11
Retail Stores20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.1%
Average costs for common services in Morenci. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $252 ($151–$403)
Specialist Visit $352 ($201–$554)
Urgent Care Visit $201 ($101–$352)
Emergency Room Visit $2,215 ($806–$5,035)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$201)
Dental Filling $252 ($151–$403)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($50–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $302 ($151–$504)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $604 ($403–$1,007)
Battery Replacement $201 ($101–$352)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($60–$151)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($50–$141)
HVAC Repair $403 ($151–$806)
HVAC System Install $7,049 ($4,028–$12,084)
Roof Repair $1,007 ($403–$2,014)
Roof Replacement $9,063 ($5,539–$15,105)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,511 ($504–$3,525)
Divorce (Contested) $15,105 ($5,035–$30,210)
DUI Defense $5,035 ($2,014–$10,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,511 ($806–$3,021)
Will Preparation $504 ($201–$1,007)
Trust Preparation $2,518 ($1,007–$5,035)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $151 ($76–$252)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($50–$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.13 ($3.02–$5.54)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.52 ($2.52–$5.04)
Loaf of Bread $3.83 ($2.52–$5.54)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.53 ($3.02–$6.55)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.54 ($4.03–$7.55)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.60–$1.81)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $141 ($81–$252)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$151)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($50–$151)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $201 ($76–$504)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,014 ($1,208–$3,525)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.06–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$252)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,208 ($604–$2,518)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,007 ($504–$2,014)
After-School Care (Monthly) $403 ($201–$705)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,007 ($403–$2,518)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,588 ($5,035–$30,210)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($50–$201)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $302 ($151–$504)
Cat Spay/Neuter $201 ($101–$403)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$931
Toddler$670
Preschool$670
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$758
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Greenlee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 365 12 $76,049 1.19
Retail Trade 210 14 $49,278 0.36
Agriculture & Forestry 18 3 $25,947 0.38
Unclassified 1 4 $51,228 0.12

Schools in Morenci

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Metcalf Elementary School Elementary 770 40 19.3:1
Fairbanks Middle School Middle 395 44 9.0:1
Morenci High School High 359 — —
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Radio Stations near Morenci

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Morenci

6 campgrounds found near Morenci.

NameRatingSitesPrice
UPPER TWILIGHT GROUP SITE 4.8/5 1 $25
LOWER TWILIGHT GROUP SITE 4.4/5 1 $25
Honeymoon Campground — — Free
Owl Creek Campground — — Free
Riverview Campground — — Free
UPPER ARCADIA — 2 $25–$30

National Parks Near Morenci

2 national parks and monuments found near Morenci.

ParkTypeFee
Fort Bowie National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Roper Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Morenci

203+ trails found near Morenci.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
EAGLE NATIONAL RECREATION TR 23.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BLUE RIVER 17.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HIGHLINE 15.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STRAYHORSE 12.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
AD BAR 11.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COW FLAT 11.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PAT MESA 11.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE CANYON 11.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIPESTEM 10.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ROBINSON MESA 10.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PAINTED BLUFF 10.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST EAGLE 10.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HICKEY SPRINGS 9.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LITTLE BLUE 9.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RASPBERRY 9.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WS LAKE 9.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WOODS 8.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
W.S. MOUNTAIN 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WILDBUNCH 8.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCBRIDE MESA 8.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LITTLE DUTCH BLUE 8.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WINTER 8.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PINYON 7.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GIBSON CANYON 7.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RED MOUNTAIN 7.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
940 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BASELINE 6.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PLEASANT VALLEY 6.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CLEAR CREEK 6.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SPRING 6.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DUTCH HENRY CANYON 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SPUR CROSS 5.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LADYBUG 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SALTHOUSE 5.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HL CANYON 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BEAR CANYON 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SQUIRREL CANYON 5.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOT AIR 5.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRABTREE 4.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIGEON LOOP 4.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEERHEAD RANCH TRAIL 4.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WINTER CABIN 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
THOMAS CREEK TRAIL 4.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COTTONWOOD TANK TRAIL 4.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SMOKEY TRAIL 3.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHITTY CREEK 3.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
946 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PAT MOUNTAIN 3.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STATELINE 3.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BEAR PEN SPRINGS 3.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FRYE 3.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BUCK PARK 3.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LENGTHY CANYON 3.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BLACK JACK 3.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COYOTE 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEADMAN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BONANZA BILL 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BEAR CANYON 3.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FRANZ SPRING 3.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HANNAH TRAIL 3.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KELLY CAMP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CORRAL 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HU BAR 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HAGAN CORRAL 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BORDER 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ALDER 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
YAM CANYON TRAIL 2.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRABTREE PARK TRAIL 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HIGHLINE 2.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NOON CREEK RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GILLESPIE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BEAR SPRINGS 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARREN CANYON 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WAR FINANCE 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIGEON TRAIL 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TURKEY TRAIL 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
950 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TULE TRAIL 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COTTONWOOD TRAIL 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COW HEAD 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SARDINE SADDLE 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
YELLOWJACKET TRAIL 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RINCON SPRING 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOAT CORRAL 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SARDINE 1.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PINAL 1.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SQUIRREL CANYON 1.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BRUSHY 1.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOG CANYON 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
941 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PLATEAU 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOAT CORRAL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
943 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BEAR CANYON 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SHEEP SADDLE 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BUCHANAN TANK TRAIL 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WHITE TANK TRAIL 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEERHEAD 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
AUGER 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE MESA 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MUD SPRINGS 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CONNECT 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
947 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SALTHOUSE 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
AC TRAIL 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BURNS 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOT AIR SPUR 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KELLER 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MALLET TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHARLIE MOORE TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BULLARD SPRING TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARREN CANYON 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BOHOM 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
FALLS 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
946 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PASTURE TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SANTA CRUZ TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHITTY CREEK 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PIGEON CONNECTION TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BONANZA BILL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SAN FRANCISCO HOT SPRINGS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LITTLE WHITEWATER 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LITTLE WHITEWATER 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BLOWOUT TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
942 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ROSE PEAK TRAIL 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SILVER TRAIL 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SAN FRANCISCO HOT SPRINGS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CATWALK 0.5 CONCRETE Yes — —
M-C 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KELLY CAMP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
DEVIL'S MONUMENT 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HOBO TRAIL 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TURKEY FLAT 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOAT CORRAL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SQUIRREL CANYON 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOAT CORRAL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BIG TREE 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRANVILLE SPRING TRAIL 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEBSTER SPRING TRAIL 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LITTLE WHITEWATER 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
KELLY CAMP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOAT CORRAL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOAT CORRAL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
FRANZ SPRING CUT-OFF 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CATWALK 0.2 CONCRETE Yes — —
KELLY CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SAN FRANCISCO HOT SPRINGS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
YELLOWSTONE TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ROBINSON MESA 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
951 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOLD DUST 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
947 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KELLY CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SAN FRANCISCO HOT SPRINGS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WARREN CANYON 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOLD DUST 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
947 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
951 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRYSTAL CAVE 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KELLY CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LITTLE WHITEWATER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOAT CORRAL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TURKEY SPRING TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE CANYON CONNECTION TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOAT CORRAL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GRANVILLE CONNECTION TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOLD DUST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITEWATER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KELLY CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KELLY CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SALT HOUSE CONNECTION 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
KELLY CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOAT CORRAL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
KELLY CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITE ROCK CABIN TRAIL 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHITEWATER 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOAT CORRAL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOLD DUST 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Morenci

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GREENLEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9288653115
GREENLEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9288653115
PRIDE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION20 CROTTS LN9283592583

Libraries in Morenci

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DUNCAN PUBLIC LIBRARY122 NORTH HIGHWAY 750.07,018
CLIFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY588 TURNER AVENUE0.04,736
MORENCI COMMUNITY LIBRARY346 PLAZA DRIVE0.0-3

Restaurants in Morenci

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Corralito
R & R Pizza

Cinemas in Morenci

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morenci Theatre

Clinics in Morenci

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gila Health Resources

Gas Stations in Morenci

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Marathon

Pharmacies in Morenci

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WALTON DRUG 408 BURRO ALLEY 928-865-9946

Cell Towers in Morenci

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Guthrie Peak (VZW) 5662 Guthrie Peak RdTOWER36
4521 US HWY 191LTOWER19

Fire Stations in Morenci

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Morenci Fire DepartmentUS HWY 191Volunteer928-865-4071
Phelps Dodge Emergency Response Rescue Team4521 N Hwy 191Mostly volunteer928-865-6847

Bridges in Morenci

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous1948607,602F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19432091,048P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel190027411F
SlabConcrete continuous191526358F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous192062203F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1987234200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200122097F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19854697G
CulvertConcrete continuous19852997G
CulvertConcrete continuous19852497G

Airports Near Morenci

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clark Airport—Small Airport
Diamond Bar Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Double Circle Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Dublin Landing Strip—Small Airport
Flying J Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Gila Airport—Small Airport
Glenwood Airport—Small Airport
Greenlee County AirportCFTSmall Airport
High Mesa Airpark—Small Airport
Lordsburg Municipal AirportLSBSmall Airport
Mud Hollow Airport—Small Airport
Mud Springs Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Palmer Farms Airfield—Small Airport
Patterson Landing Strip—Small Airport
Rainy Mesa Airstrip—Small Airport
Regeneration Airport—Small Airport
Reserve Airport—Small Airport
Sacaton Landing Strip—Small Airport
Safford Regional AirportSADSmall Airport
Whitewater Mesa Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Wind Blown Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Morenci

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Clifton Police Department510 Coronado Boulevard
Greenlee County Sheriff800 South Coronado Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Morenci

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bashas' 92Super Store172 Plaza
Circle K 2700754Convenience Store310 N Coronado Blvd
Dollar General 16559Other540 Chase Creek St
Family Dollar 6147Other355 N Coronado Blvd

Post Offices in Morenci

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Clifton Post Office
Morenci Post Office

Treatment Centers in Morenci

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Canyonlands Healthcare - CliftonBoth928-865-2500

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morenci

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 866
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 866

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Mines
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Hot Springs
4
Natural geothermal hot springs from NOAA geothermal database
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
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Frequently Asked Questions About Morenci

What is the population of Morenci?

Morenci has a population of 1,514 residents and is located in Arizona. The population density is 1,628 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 35.1% female and 64.9% male.

Is Morenci expensive to live in?

Morenci has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100.7 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $79,800, 6% above the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $554 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Morenci safe?

Morenci is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,099 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Morenci receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Morenci?

Morenci enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Morenci?

Morenci has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,696. There are 110 business establishments in the area, including 11 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 8 minutes, and 0.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Morenci?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $554. Fair market rent is $1,151 for a 1-bedroom and $1,419 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 4.0%. The average annual property tax is $1,125.

How are the schools in Morenci?

Schools in Morenci score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.6% of adults in Morenci hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Morenci?

The obesity rate in Morenci is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.7% of adults are smokers. 22.4% are physically inactive. 18.7% of residents report depression. 15.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,567.

What is transportation like in Morenci?

The average commute in Morenci is 8 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Morenci?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Morenci is 61.4% White, 7.1% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.1% Asian. 73% of residents speak only English at home, while 27% speak Spanish. 0.2% of the population are military veterans. 8.5% of residents have a disability. 99.8% have health insurance coverage.

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