Nogales, AZ

Arizona · Santa Cruz County

Nogales is a small city in Arizona with a population of 19,753. Residents earn $40,745 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

19,753 Population 949/sq mi density

$40,745 Median Income $21,340 per capita

$172,800 Home Value $216,785 Zillow

$691 Median Rent 25.1% income on rent

65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

204 Violent Crime/100K 3,023 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.1 / 5.0

$40,745 median income, 8.1% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$172,800 home value, $691/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

204 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)

Education

2.5 / 5.0

18.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $40,745

46% lower than US avg

Home Value $172,800

39% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 204/100K

46% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.4%

45% lower than US avg

Median Rent $691

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.1%

125% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.9%

69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population19,753

Median Age37.0 yrs

Density949/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 34%

Veterans2.3%

Economy

Median Income$40,745

Per Capita$21,340

Unemployment8.1%

Poverty20.9%

County GDP$2,844M

Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$172,800

Rent$691

Ownership49.5%

Zillow$216,785

Housing Units7,600

Rent Burden25.1%

Crime

Violent204/100K

Property3,023/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault204/100K

Burglary328/100K

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured31.9%

Smoking13.5%

Depression16.8%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI45 (Good)

Rain14.6 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation3,798 ft (1,158 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.4%

High School+68.3%

Graduate+5.9%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%

Commute20 min

Broadband78.0%

EV Stations3

Libraries5

Is Nogales a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nogales 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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Nogales has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nogales is $40,745, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nogales is $172,800, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Nogales is below the national average at 204 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,023 per 100,000, 54% above the national average.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nogales enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Nogales has a population of 19,753 with a density of 949 people per square mile, spread across 20.8 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.4% female and 46.6% male. The city is predominantly White (33.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.8% of residents, while 93.2% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 78.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,753

Total Population

949

People / sq mi

37.0yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

20.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%

Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nogales vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.8%

91% below US avg

Spanish 93.2%

596% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nogales vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nogales is $40,745, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,340 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,147, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,240 business establishments, including 102 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100.7, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nogales vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$40,745
	46% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,340
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,147
IRS Avg AGI	$54,861
Gini Index	0.464 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.1%
	125% above US avg
Poverty Rate	20.9%
	69% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,240
County GDP	$2,844M

Business (County)

Restaurants	102
Healthcare	76
Retail	156
Manufacturing	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,792
	37% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.9 min
Drive Alone	72.5%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nogales is $172,800, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,785, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% 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. 49.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,600 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $4,792 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$172,800
	39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$216,785
Median List Price	$280,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$280,000
$/Sq Ft	$167
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.3%
Price Drops	8.0%
Inventory	25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$691
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.1%

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

Homeownership	49.5%
Owner-Occupied	49.5%
Renter-Occupied	50.5%
Housing Units	7,600
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,792
	37% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.77%

In Nogales, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 13.5% are current smokers. 14.3% report binge drinking. 35.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 31.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,660. The dentist ratio is 1:4,433. 61.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

3.7

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

5.8

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

0.3

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

102.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.6

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

117.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	15.5%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	4.7%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.5%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	14.3%
Physical Inactivity	35.9%
Depression	16.8%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	17.2%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.9%
Uninsured	31.9%
	271% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,660
Dentists	1:4,433
Mental Health	1:1,756
Checkup Rate	69.9%
Dental Visits	41.6%
Premature Death	6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.7/10
Exercise Access	61.2%
Healthcare Facilities	76

Nogales has a violent crime rate of 204 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 203.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,023 per 100,000, 54% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,034, burglary at 328, vehicle theft at 661 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Nogales receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	203.9/100K
	46% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	203.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,023.1/100K
	54% above US avg
Burglary	328.2/100K
Theft	2,033.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	661.3/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	3.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Nogales enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°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 14.6 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 3,798 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	64.8°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	3,798 ft (1,158 m)
Area	20.8 sq mi (53.9 km²)
Population Density	949/sq mi
Coordinates	31.3619°N, 110.9348°W
Timezone	America/Phoenix
County	Santa Cruz County County
Nearest Airport	Nogales International (OLS) 6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.6"

62% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"

Driest Month (May) 0.20"

Air Quality

AQI Median	45.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	88.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	92.3 / 100
Community Resilience	2.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively High
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	No Rating
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Oct 16, 1999	10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico	M4.5	70 km
Sep 28, 2023	21 km E of Tanque Verde, Arizona	M3.1	104 km
Aug 9, 2025	14 km ENE of Willow Canyon, Arizona	M2.6	124 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

26 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 3 fatalities, 53 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 27, 1964	EF2	94 km	2
Jul 2, 2024	EF1	86 km	0
Jul 6, 1992	EF1	97 km	0
Jul 16, 1984	EF1	79 km	0
Jul 16, 1984	EF1	90 km	0
Dec 23, 1975	EF1	89 km	0
Jun 23, 1974	EF1	85 km	1
Jul 16, 1971	EF1	64 km	0
Aug 16, 1969	EF1	63 km	0
Jul 27, 1961	EF1	82 km	0
Aug 25, 2022	EF0	85 km	0
Aug 10, 2019	EF0	91 km	0
Jul 29, 2017	EF0	86 km	0
Sep 22, 2015	EF0	96 km	0
Aug 29, 2015	EF0	80 km	0
May 9, 2012	EF0	5 km	0
Jul 31, 2005	EF0	80 km	0
Aug 23, 1997	EF0	66 km	0
Mar 7, 1994	EF0	97 km	0
Aug 29, 1993	EF0	65 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MURPHY COMPLEX (64,407 ac, 2011).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2011	MURPHY COMPLEX	64,407	21 km
2017	SAWMILL	47,357	56 km
2002	RYAN	36,922	47 km
2022	CONTRERAS	31,297	88 km
2011	MONUMENT	30,219	66 km
2009	ELK HORN	22,745	74 km
2002	WALKER	17,438	13 km
2022	TONTO CANYON	16,989	20 km
2005	FLORIDA	16,362	41 km
2011	BULL	16,339	13 km
1988	PEAK	16,078	65 km
2016	BROWN	15,681	75 km
1994	RINCON	15,472	100 km
2020	ENCINOS	14,145	73 km
2022	SAN RAFAEL	12,203	34 km
2012	CAMPINI	11,893	55 km
2023	BEEHIVE	11,087	26 km
2013	SOLDIER BASIN	11,052	20 km
2016	LA SIERRA	11,035	18 km
1986	SASABE	10,734	58 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	50°F (10°C)	1.1 in
February	52°F (11°C)	0.9 in
March	55°F (13°C)	1.0 in
April	61°F (16°C)	0.3 in
May	68°F (20°C)	0.2 in	Driest
June	77°F (25°C)	0.5 in
July	81°F (27°C)	4.7 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in
September	75°F (24°C)	2.0 in
October	66°F (19°C)	1.3 in
November	56°F (13°C)	0.8 in
December	49°F (10°C)	1.7 in	Coldest

Nogales has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 49°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (0.2").

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Nogales is located in Santa Cruz County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58.9% of the vote, a 18.7-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 76 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%

D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	3.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.4%
	45% below US avg
High School+	68.3%
Graduate Degree+	5.9%
School Test Score	4.91

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	949/sq mi
Total Area	20.8 sq mi
County	Santa Cruz County County

Services

Broadband Access	78.0%
Avg Download Speed	44.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	76
Restaurants	102
Retail Stores	156

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.9 min
Drive Alone	72.5%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	4.4%

Average costs for common services in Nogales. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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 Santa Cruz County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Wholesale Trade	1,938	210	$78,455	3.60
Retail Trade	1,880	150	$33,189	1.38
Transportation & Warehousing	1,740	214	$50,796	3.01
Accommodation & Food Services	1,319	94	$27,524	1.06
Health Care & Social Assistance	663	64	$58,512	0.34
Manufacturing	559	42	$55,611	0.50
Agriculture & Forestry	424	25	$40,137	3.83
Construction	271	72	$52,678	0.38
Administrative & Waste Services	212	52	$50,179	0.26
Other Services	194	54	$39,828	0.47
Professional & Technical Services	179	72	$62,698	0.19
Finance & Insurance	171	42	$56,243	0.31
Educational Services	102	11	$36,541	0.36
Real Estate	93	36	$39,748	0.44
Information & Technology	76	12	$44,815	0.30
Utilities	46	3	$86,863	0.88
Management of Companies	37	8	$63,499	0.16
Arts & Entertainment	23	7	$33,472	0.10
Mining & Oil/Gas	16	3	$135,468	0.31
Unclassified	4	13	$59,027	0.21

Hospitals in Nogales

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(520) 285-3000

Schools in Nogales

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Nogales High School	High	1,796	76	23.6:1
Desert Shadows Middle School	Middle	760	35	21.7:1
Wade Carpenter Middle School	Middle	576	26	22.2:1
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School	Elementary	515	24	21.5:1
Lincoln Elementary School	Elementary	438	22	19.9:1
Challenger Elementary School	Elementary	374	26	14.4:1
Mary L Welty Elementary School	Elementary	364	19	19.2:1
A J Mitchell Elementary School	Elementary	314	14	22.4:1
Colegio Petite Arizona (Charter)	Elementary	275	—	—
Robert Bracker Elementary	Elementary	266	18	14.8:1
Little Red Schoolhouse	Elementary	183	—	—
Mexicayotl Charter School (Charter)	Elementary	166	—	—
NUSD Online	Other	142	1	142.0:1

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Radio Stations near Nogales

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Mas Radio - 107.9 FM - KCKO-FM - Mas Medios Nogales - Nogales, Sonora (MX)	107.9 fm, adult contemporary	MP3 192 kbps
EXA FM 102.7 (Nogales) - 102.7 FM - XHQT-FM - MVS Radio - Nogales, Sonora (MX)	102.7 fm, américa	AAC+ 48 kbps
Exa FM (MX)	104.9, 104.9 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM	pop, top 40	MP3 128 kbps
KPUP-LP 100.5 Patagonia, AZ	arizona, community news	MP3 120 kbps

Campgrounds Near Nogales

5 campgrounds found near Nogales.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Canelo Ranger Residence	4.7/5	1	$140
KENT SPRINGS CABIN	4.5/5	1	$150
KENTUCKY CAMP CABIN AND HEADQUARTERS BUILDING	4.2/5	1	$75
ROCK BLUFF GROUP SITE	4.2/5	1	$45
CALABASAS	4.1/5	1	$55

National Parks Near Nogales

10 national parks and monuments found near Nogales.

Park	Type	Fee
Coronado National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Kartchner Caverns State Park	State Park	Free
Patagonia Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Saguaro National Park	National Park	$25
San Rafael Ranch Natural Area	State Park	Free
Sonoita Creek Natural Area	State Park	Free
Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park	State Park	Free
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park	State Park	Free
Tumacácori National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Woodcutter's Canyon Linear Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Nogales

82 trails found near Nogales.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ARIZONA TRAIL CANELO HILLS	30.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CASA BLANCA	17.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAS COLINAS	10.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SYCAMORE CANYON	9.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BORDER	8.6		Yes	—	Yes
AGUA CALIENTE	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILD COW	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOBO PASS	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TEMPORAL GULCH	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARDINA	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DITCH MOUNTAIN	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAKESHORE	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KENTUCKY CAMP	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COYOTE	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE CASA CONNECTOR	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OLD BALDY	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAVE CANYON	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OPHIR	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FLORIDA CANYON	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EAST SAWMILL CANYON	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CREST	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUPER TRAIL	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GARDNER	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ELEPHANT HEAD	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UPPER PUERTO	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PUERTO	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FOUR SPRINGS	2.7		Yes	—	—
BOG SPRINGS	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOSEPHINE CANYON	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ATASCOSA	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WALKER BASIN	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ELATA	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREATERVILLE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KENTUCKY CAMP CONNECTOR	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FISH CANYON OHV	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UPPER RED SPRING	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BOX RIDGE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MOYZA PLATEAU	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOYZA SOUTH	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
QUANTRELL MINE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MADERA NATURE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEATH TRAP	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KENT SPRINGS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARDINA EAST	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ELEPHANT HEAD SPUR	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PETES MOUNTAIN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BARREL TANK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CARRIE NATION	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RED SPRING	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COYOTE SPRING	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
VAULT MINE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RED SPRING PASS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PENA BLANCA	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WALKER BASIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MADERA NATURE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DUTCH JOHN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COYOTE SPRING	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BOG SPRINGS CONNECTOR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 10	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MADERA NATURE	0.6	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
JOSEPHINE PEAK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 3	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SUPER TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OLD BALDY	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MADERA NATURE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 4	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 5	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 1	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 6	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ARMOUR SPRING	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MADERA NATURE LOOP B	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
UPPER PUERTO SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKESHORE	0.2	CONCRETE	Yes	—	—
MOTORIZED TRAIL 3	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MADERA NATURE LOOP A	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
QUANTRELL MINE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MOTORIZED TRAIL 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
VAULT MINE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MADERA NATURE	0.1	CONCRETE	Yes	—	—
UPPER PUERTO LINK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COYOTE LINK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COYOTE ROCK	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Nogales

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	20,576	$26,333
2015	20,287	$28,044
2017	20,239	$28,264
2019	20,202	$29,339
2021	19,766	$31,997
2023	19,901	$40,745

Museums in Nogales

Name	Type	Phone	Annual Revenue
PIMERIA ALTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5202874621	$23,488
PATAGONIA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	5203435641
TUMACACORI NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5203982341
Nogales Museum of Art

Libraries in Nogales

Name	Address	Annual Visits
NOGALES/SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	518 NORTH GRAND AVENUE	108,273
PATAGONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY	346 DUQUESNE AVENUE	28,284
Biblioteca Pública

Farmers Markets in Nogales

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Nogales Mercado	163 N. Morley Avenue	05/03/2013 to 09/27/2013	Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Patagonia Farmers Market	4th Ave and Smelter Ave. (an alley behind the Patagonia Community Garden)			Visit
Tianguis San miguel

Hotels in Nogales

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Americana Hotel

Best Western Sonora Inn & Suites

Candlewood Suites Nogales

Fridas Inn

Holiday Inn Express Nogales

Hotel Americana

Restaurants in Nogales

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

China Town Buffet

Denny's

El Zarape

Exquisito

IHOP

La Esquina

Las Vigas Steak Ranch

Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant

Rooster Wings And Sports Bar

Sanora Hotdogs

Snack Shack

Soto's Tacos

Cafes in Nogales

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Cinemas in Nogales

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oasis Cinema

Monuments in Nogales

5 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nogalitos

Padre Kino Statue

Peña Blanca Sign

Santa Cruz County Honor Roll

Gas Stations in Nogales

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Fastrip

Gas N Go Market

Pilot

Royal Road Market

Shell

Special K

Banks in Nogales

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chase

First Convenience Bank

Wells Fargo

Western Union

Shopping Malls in Nogales

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rocket Mail

Golf Courses in Nogales

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palo Duro Creek Golf Course

Breweries in Nogales

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Agencia Cerveza Modelo

Stadiums & Teams in Nogales

Team	League	Division

Pharmacies in Nogales

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
FOOD CITY - 60	450 NORTH GRAND COURT PLAZA	520-287-3984
KMART	300 WEST MARIPOSA ROAD	520-761-4117
MARIPOSA PHARMACY	1852 NORTH MASTICK WAY	520-377-5417
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1324	100 WEST WHITE PARK DRIVE	520-281-2594
WALGREENS - 7623	1959 NORTH GRAND AVENUE	520-281-4398

EV Charging Stations in Nogales

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Horne Ford of Nogales	1777 N Grand Ave	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Nogales

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Patagonia) Atop Red Mtn. NE 1/4, SE1/4 Sect20 T22S	MTOWER	32
(Patagonia) Atop Red Mtn. NE 1/4, SE1/4 Sect20 T22S	MTOWER	32
(Patagonia) Atop Red Mtn, 4NE 1/4, SE 1/4 Sect 20	LTOWER	32

Fire Stations in Nogales

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
City of Nogales Fire Department	777 N Grand AVE	Career			520-287-6548
Nogales Suburban Fire District	558 HWY 82	Mostly volunteer			520-287-2324

Power Plants Near Nogales

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
VALENCIA	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-110.9	OP

Bridges in Nogales

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1949	44	31,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1949	24	28,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1936	30	21,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1950	33	21,000	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	129	18,979	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1977	207	18,806	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1949	51	15,010	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1968	51	15,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1976	25	13,476	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1976	191	12,738	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	117	11,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1969	252	11,800	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	210	11,244	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1969	252	11,198	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1969	103	11,198	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	210	11,198	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1949	94	10,545	F
Culvert	Steel	1975	26	9,896	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	94	8,047	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1968	866	7,350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1979	206	6,773	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	47	6,283	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1967	30	6,177	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1971	127	6,036	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	96	5,246	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1971	120	4,691	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1961	68	4,598	F
Culvert	Steel	1930	24	4,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1979	246	4,411	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1954	24	4,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2021	848	4,088	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	116	4,000	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1954	42	3,900	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1931	32	2,846	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	2007	122	2,621	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2021	947	2,480	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1989	98	2,010	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2021	1,821	1,697	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1900	41	1,000	F

Correctional Facilities in Nogales

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JAIL	2170 NORTH CONGRESS DRIVE	COUNTY	-999	372	OPEN
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	2170 N. CONGRESS DR.	COUNTY	-999	32	OPEN

Airports Near Nogales

23 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Nogales International Airport	NOG	Medium Airport
Nogales International Airport	OLS	Medium Airport
Sierra Vista Municipal Airport / Libby Army Air Field	FHU	Medium Airport
Arivaca Hay Field Glider Landing Site	—	Small Airport
Babocomari Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bacanuchi Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Benson Municipal Airport/Paul Kerchum Field	—	Small Airport
Buckelew Farm Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Buenos Aires Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Cuitaca Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Diamond Bell Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Eagle Runway	—	Small Airport
Flying Diamond Airport	—	Small Airport
Four Pillars Airport	—	Small Airport
King Anvil Ranch Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Pioneer Runway	—	Small Airport
Rancho San Antonio Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Ruby Star Airpark	—	Small Airport
Saint David Gliderfield	—	Small Airport
Sáric Airport	—	Small Airport
Tasícuri-Magdalena de Kino / Rodolfo Soto Bartell Airport	—	Small Airport
Whetstone Airport	—	Small Airport
Wren Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Nogales

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

C4
MX #1288728899
Patagonia Marshal's Office	287 McKeown Avenue
Santa Cruz County Sheriffs Office	1250 North Hohokam Drive

Grocery Stores in Nogales

26 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Burger King 6716	Restaurant Meals Program	47 Sonoita Ave
Carl's Jr 7514	Restaurant Meals Program	800 W Mariposa Rd
Churchs Chicken 688	Restaurant Meals Program	546 N. Grand Ave.
Circle K 2700259	Convenience Store	753 N Western Ave
Circle K 2700745	Convenience Store	360 E Patagonia Hwy
Circle K 2700916	Convenience Store	2911 N Grand Ave
Circle K 2701772	Convenience Store	236 N Grand Ave
Circle K 2703443	Convenience Store	1680 N Carl Jr Dr
Denny's #9610	Restaurant Meals Program	683 N Grand Ave
Dollar Tree 2629	Other	254 W Mariposa Rd
Family Dollar 4567	Other	1321 N Grand Ave
Fastrip Food Stores #6648 6648	Convenience Store	1891 N Grand Ave
Food City 60	Super Store	450 N Grand Court Plz
Grand Chevron	Convenience Store	811 N Grand Ave
K Money Nogales Llc	Convenience Store	282 N Grand Ave
Love's Travel Stop 350	Convenience Store	739 E Frontage Rd
McDonald's #11418	Restaurant Meals Program	470 W Mariposa Rd
McDonald's #3811	Restaurant Meals Program	252 W Crawford St
Nogales Market 2	Grocery Store	409 E Baffert Dr
Nogales Market LLC	Grocery Store	1977 N Grand Ave
Raj Nogales Inc	Convenience Store	2951 N Grand Ave
SAFEWAY 1229	Supermarket	465 W Mariposa Rd
Subway #39522	Restaurant Meals Program	499 W Mariposa Rd
Villa's Market 2	Supermarket	631 W Mesa Verde Dr
Walgreens 07623	Other	1959 N Grand Ave
Walmart 1324	Super Store	100 W WHITE PARK DR

Post Offices in Nogales

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Correos de México	52 Calle Benito Juárez García
Correos de México

Treatment Centers in Nogales

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community Medical Services - Nogales Medication unit	Substance Abuse	520-924-8900
Helping Ourselves Pursue Enrichment - Nogales Office	Substance Abuse	520-287-9612
Intermountain Health Centers Inc	Both	520-281-0678

DOL Wage Violations in Nogales

23 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $795,485 in back wages owed to 480 employees.

Violations

$795,485

Back Wages Owed

480

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Vidal Import & Export	SIGNIFICANT	—	85621	—	1	$358,543	$17,073	21
Joffroy Warehouse, INC	—	—	85621	—	1	$92,036	$1,958	47
R.D.I. Marketing Services, Inc.	—	—	85621	—	1	$60,121	$433	139
Superior Growers	—	—	85621	—	1	$39,655	$1,652	24
Expeditors International	—	—	85621	—	1	$31,811	$2,272	14
Nogales Fire Department	—	—	85621	—	1	$28,701	$638	45
AML of Arizona	—	—	85621	—	1	$28,204	$9,401	3
Agri-Packing Distributors, INC	—	—	85621	—	1	$26,471	$2,406	11
Agri-Packing Distributors, Inc.	—	—	85628	—	1	$25,725	$830	31
DCO CUSTOM BUILDERS, LLC	—	—	85621	Commercial and Institutional Building Construction	1	$24,256	$782	31
China Buffet	—	—	85621	—	1	$22,109	$819	27
M.H. Repack	—	—	85621	—	1	$10,425	$307	34
Bionova Produce, Inc.	—	—	85621	—	1	$9,292	$2,323	4
7-Day Tires/California Tires/USA Tires	—	—	85621	—	1	$8,436	$1,055	8
AGE CONTRACTING INC	—	AGE Contracting, Inc	85621	—	1	$6,934	$408	17
Cactus Melon	—	—	85621	—	1	$6,295	$787	8
Sunny Valley Organics	—	—	85621	—	1	$4,960	$992	5
Arizona General Engineering	—	—	85621	—	1	$4,491	$2,245	2
City of Nogales	—	—	85621	—	1	$3,489	$3,489	1
Fashion Plus	—	—	85621	—	1	$2,126	$1,063	2
Covilli Brand Organics	—	—	85621	—	1	$1,160	$580	2
Jovanna Lopez Insurance Financial Service, In	—	—	85621	—	1	$202	$67	3
Nogales Work Activity Center	—	—	85628	—	1	$43	$43	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nogales

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1380 E PATAGONIA HWY
AGAPE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1613
AMELO INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES	779 W WESTERN PL APT B
BETHEL-TUCSON CHURCH OF GOD	800E BAFFERT DR APT K2
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	2275 YUCCA DR
CENTRO CRISTIANO NUEVA COSECHA	441 N GRAND AVE STE 12
COMPANEROS EN MISION	249 N RODRIGUEZ ST
IGLESIA LUZ DE LA FRONTERA BORDER LIGHT CHURCH GRACIA PARA TODOS	2681 N GRAND AVE
MEXICAN BAPTIST CHURCH AND MISSIONS INC	PO BOX 563
UNITED CHURCH VILLAGE INC	320 E PLACITA NACO CIR
UNITED CHURCHES FELLOWSHIP	PO BOX 476

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nogales

What is the population of Nogales?

Nogales has a population of 19,753 residents and is located in Arizona. The population density is 949 people per square mile, spread across 20.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years. The population is 53.4% female and 46.6% male.

Is Nogales expensive to live in?

Nogales 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 $40,745, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $172,800 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Nogales safe?

Nogales is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 204 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,023 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Nogales receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Nogales?

Nogales enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Nogales?

The job market in Nogales faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,147. There are 1,240 business establishments in the area, including 102 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 4.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nogales?

The median home value in Nogales is $172,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,785. For renters, the median monthly rent is $691. Fair market rent is $1,151 for a 1-bedroom and $1,419 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,792.

How are the schools in Nogales?

Schools in Nogales have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.4% of adults in Nogales hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Nogales?

The obesity rate in Nogales is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.5% of adults are smokers. 35.9% are physically inactive. 16.8% of residents report depression. 31.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 61.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,660.

What is transportation like in Nogales?

The average commute in Nogales is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 4.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nogales?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nogales is 33.5% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 6.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.2% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are military veterans. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 78.9% have health insurance coverage.

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

People

Economy

Housing

Crime

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Nogales a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Nogales vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Nogales vs U.S. Average

Income: Nogales vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure