Morenci, AZ

Arizona

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.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,514 Population 1,628/sq mi density
$79,800 Median Income $42,215 per capita
N/A Home Value
$554 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great 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
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,800
6% higher 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%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$554
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Elevation4,268 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+90.1%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute8 min
Libraries2

Is Morenci a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morenci receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Morenci stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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.

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 4.6/10.

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. 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. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 7.1% Black, 1.1% Asian.

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 Only73.0%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.0%
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. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

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

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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Work from Home0.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $554 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$554
52% 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-Occupied4.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,125
68% below US avg
In Morenci, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death11,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Morenci has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

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
County FIPS04011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score4.62
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants11
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Work from Home0.1%

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