Mountainaire, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Mountainaire is a small town in Arizona with a population of 957. Residents earn $94,457 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
957 Population 94/sq mi density
$94,457 Median Income $47,501 per capita
$432,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$94,457 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$432,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,457
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $432,700
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.0%
111% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,457
Per Capita$47,501
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,662M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$432,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Elevation6,946 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute20 min
Libraries10

Is Mountainaire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountainaire receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mountainaire stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountainaire is $94,457, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountainaire is $432,700, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mountainaire is a highly educated community — 71.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountainaire experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 90.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Mountainaire has a population of 957 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

957
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
10.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountainaire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountainaire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountainaire is $94,457, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mountainaire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,457
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,501
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$77,330

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,121
County GDP$10,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare431
Retail562
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountainaire is $432,700, 53% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$432,700
53% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
Effective Rate0.86%
In Mountainaire, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 13.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity13.1%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death11,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities431

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Mountainaire has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall90.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,946 ft (2,117 m)
Area10.2 sq mi (26.4 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates35.0938°N, 111.6452°W
County FIPS04005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 71.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (111% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+71.0%
111% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area10.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities431
Restaurants628
Retail Stores562

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home10.8%

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