North Fork, AZ

Arizona

North Fork is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,454. Residents earn $89,700 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,454 Population 24/sq mi density
$89,700 Median Income $32,755 per capita
$88,100 Home Value
$768 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$89,700 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,100 home value, $768/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,700
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $768
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,454
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,700
Per Capita$32,755
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$768
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Elevation6,772 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+87.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Libraries9

Is North Fork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Fork receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. North Fork offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Fork is $89,700, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Fork is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $768 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

North Fork experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 70.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

North Fork has a population of 1,454 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.4%), with 3.6% White, 11% Asian.

Population

1,454
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
61.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

North Fork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only41.9%
47% below US avg
Spanish58.1%
334% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Fork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Fork is $89,700, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: North Fork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,700
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,755
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$62,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare139
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in North Fork is $88,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $768 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$768
34% 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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In North Fork, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Fork vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma16.1%
COPD10.4%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities139

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

North Fork has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall70.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,772 ft (2,064 m)
Area61.6 sq mi (159.6 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates34.0106°N, 109.9595°W
County FIPS04007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area61.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants138
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home3.3%

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