Pima, AZ

Arizona

Pima is a small town in Arizona with a population of 2,910. Residents earn $97,238 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,910 Population 399/sq mi density
$97,238 Median Income $34,635 per capita
$261,700 Home Value $323,283 Zillow
$1,047 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
80 Violent Crime/100K 1,448 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,238 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$261,700 home value, $1,047/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
80 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,238
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $261,700
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 80/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,047
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,910
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density399/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,238
Per Capita$34,635
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$2,015M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,700
Rent$1,047
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,283

Crime

F
Violent80/100K
Property1,448/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault40/100K
Burglary161/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI56 (Moderate)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation2,876 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Pima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pima receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Pima offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pima is $97,238, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pima is $261,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,047 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pima is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 80 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,448 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Pima enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Pima has a population of 2,910 with a density of 399 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

2,910
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pima is $97,238, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pima vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,238
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,635
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$63,621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)624
County GDP$2,015M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare86
Retail94
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,214
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pima is $261,700, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,047 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,283.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,700
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,283

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,047
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$967
1 Bedroom$1,081
2 Bedrooms$1,402
3 Bedrooms$1,950
4 Bedrooms$2,245

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,214
37% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Pima, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death11,353/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities86
Pima has a violent crime rate of 80 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,448 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent80.4/100K
79% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape40.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault40.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,447.5/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary160.8/100K
Theft1,286.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson40.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pima has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 56.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median56.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %30.9%
Unhealthy Days12

Geography

Elevation2,876 ft (877 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates32.8919°N, 109.8443°W
County FIPS04009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.01
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density399/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants69
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home4.2%

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