Oatman, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Oatman is a small town in Arizona with a population of 98.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
98 Population 516/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,629 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 80.6%
139% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.3%
410% higher than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age71.2 yrs
Density516/mi²
Male / Female81% / 19%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,629
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty63.3%
County GDP$9,482M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain5.4 in/yr
Elevation2,724 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband79.0%
Libraries14

Is Oatman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oatman receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Oatman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 63.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

Oatman is a highly educated community — 80.6% 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

Oatman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Oatman has a population of 98 with a density of 516 people per square mile. The median age is 71.2 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%).

Population

98
Total Population
516
People / sq mi
71.2yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 80.6%
Female 19.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oatman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oatman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oatman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Oatman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,629
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$60,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate63.3%
410% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,056
County GDP$9,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants451
Healthcare515
Retail646
Manufacturing144

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
In Oatman, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death13,413/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities515

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)61
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Oatman has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 96°F Jul (36°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average96°F (36°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.4 inches
86% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,724 ft (830 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density516/sq mi
Coordinates35.0274°N, 114.3839°W
County FIPS04015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 80.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (139% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.8-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+80.6%
139% 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 Density516/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities515
Restaurants451
Retail Stores646

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)61
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

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