Arizona · Metropolitan Area
Nelson is a small town in Arizona with a population of 316. Residents earn $54,115 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, Nelson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Nelson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Nelson is $54,115, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Nelson is $98,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Nelson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 42.7% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 57.3% |
| 328% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,115 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,258 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,118 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,681 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,085 |
| County GDP | $16,272M |
| Restaurants | 424 |
| Healthcare | 620 |
| Retail | 539 |
| Manufacturing | 136 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,956 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.00% |
| Commute Time | 43.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $98,400 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,956 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.00% |
| Obesity | 32.1% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,285/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 620 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 79 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.1 inches |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,977 ft (603 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 672/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4298°N, 111.2649°W |
| County FIPS | 04021 |
Winner: Republican by 22.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.7% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.62 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 672/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 82.0% |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 620 |
| Restaurants | 424 |
| Retail Stores | 539 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 79 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 546 |
| Avg Commute | 43.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |