Prescott Valley, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Prescott Valley is a mid-size city in Arizona with a population of 48,048. Residents earn $70,793 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
48,048 Population 1,188/sq mi density
$70,793 Median Income $35,604 per capita
$376,300 Home Value $457,727 Zillow
$1,471 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
220 Violent Crime/100K 2,318 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,793 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$376,300 home value, $1,471/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
220 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,793
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $376,300
33% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 220/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,471
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48,048
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density1,188/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,793
Per Capita$35,604
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$376,300
Rent$1,471
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$457,727

Crime

F
Violent220/100K
Property2,318/100K
Murder2.5/100K
Assault167/100K
Burglary267/100K

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation5,059 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+90.8%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute22 min
EV Stations8
Libraries24

Is Prescott Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prescott Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Prescott Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prescott Valley is $70,793, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prescott Valley is $376,300, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,471 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Prescott Valley is below the national average at 220 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,318 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.0% 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 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Prescott Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Prescott Valley has a population of 48,048 with a density of 1,188 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

48,048
Total Population
1,188
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
40.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Prescott Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Prescott Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prescott Valley is $70,793, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Prescott Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,793
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,604
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$74,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,444
County GDP$12,137M

Business (County)

Restaurants612
Healthcare833
Retail790
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Prescott Valley is $376,300, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,471 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $457,727.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$376,300
33% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$457,727
Median List Price$499,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,900
$/Sq Ft$284
Homes Sold69
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops26.7%
Inventory307

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,471
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,748

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-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In Prescott Valley, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Prescott Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death10,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities833
Prescott Valley has a violent crime rate of 220 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,318 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 2.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent219.8/100K
42% below US avg
Murder2.5/100K
60% below US avg
Rape17.5/100K
Robbery32.5/100K
Assault167.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,318.0/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary267.3/100K
Theft2,013.2/100K
Vehicle Theft37.5/100K
Arson7.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Prescott Valley has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,059 ft (1,542 m)
Area40.4 sq mi (104.7 km²)
Population Density1,188/sq mi
Coordinates34.5979°N, 112.3185°W
County FIPS04025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,188/sq mi
Total Area40.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities833
Restaurants612
Retail Stores790

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home12.3%

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