Arizona
Quartzsite is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,805. Residents earn $24,359 per year, which is 68% below the national average.
Based on current data, Quartzsite receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Quartzsite has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Quartzsite is $24,359, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Quartzsite is $72,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Quartzsite is below the national average at 248 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,301 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.
24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Quartzsite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 78.9% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 21.1% |
| 57% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,359 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,405 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,052 |
| Unemployment | 14.7% |
| 308% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 402 |
| County GDP | $849M |
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 87 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,768 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.18% |
| Commute Time | 4.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
| Census Median | $72,800 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $198,836 |
| Census Median Rent | $682 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,768 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.18% |
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 10.3% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 73.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 23,645/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
| Total Violent | 247.6/100K |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 55.0/100K |
| Assault | 192.6/100K |
| Total Property | 3,301.2/100K |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,238.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,898.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 165.1/100K |
| Arson | 27.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 96°F (35°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 4.6 inches |
| 88% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 876 ft (267 m) |
| Area | 36.3 sq mi (94.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6675°N, 114.2170°W |
| County FIPS | 04012 |
Winner: Republican by 44.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.9% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 67.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.62 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Total Area | 36.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Retail Stores | 87 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 4.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |