Sign In Register

Quartzsite, AZ

Arizona · La Paz County

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.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,805 Population 50/sq mi density
$24,359 Median Income $25,405 per capita
$72,800 Home Value $198,836 Zillow
$682 Median Rent 35.1% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
248 Violent Crime/100K 3,301 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$24,359 median income, 14.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,800 home value, $682/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
248 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Quartzsite, AZ

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $24,359
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,800
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 248/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.7%
308% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,805
Median Age71.2 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans23.8%

Economy

F
Median Income$24,359
Per Capita$25,405
Unemployment14.7%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$849M
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,800
Rent$682
Ownership60.6%
Zillow$198,836
Housing Units2,000
Rent Burden35.1%

Crime

F
Violent248/100K
Property3,301/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault193/100K
Burglary1,238/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured15.5%
Smoking19.6%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain4.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+67.2%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score3.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute5 min
Broadband59.1%
EV Stations4
Libraries5

Is Quartzsite a Good Place to Live?

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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Quartzsite has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.2% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Quartzsite has a population of 1,805 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 36.3 square miles. The median age is 71.2 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 2.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.9% of residents, while 21.1% speak Spanish. 23.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 34.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,805
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
71.2yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
36.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Quartzsite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish 21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Quartzsite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quartzsite is $24,359, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,405 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $992, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 402 business establishments, including 74 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100.7, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Quartzsite vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,359
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,405
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$50,052
Gini Index0.482 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.7%
308% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% above US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$849M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare26
Retail87
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Cost of Living100.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.5 min
Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Quartzsite is $72,800, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,836, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,151 for a one-bedroom to $1,419 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,000 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $3,768. 35.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,800
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,836

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$682
41% below US avg
Rent Burden35.1%

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

Homeownership60.6%
Owner-Occupied60.6%
Renter-Occupied39.4%
Housing Units2,000
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Quartzsite, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 28.7% are physically inactive. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 15.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,735. The dentist ratio is 1:1,651. 41.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Uninsured15.5%
80% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,735
Dentists1:1,651
Mental Health1:1,114
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits47.4%
Premature Death23,645/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Quartzsite has a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 192.6 per 100,000, robbery at 55.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,301 per 100,000, 68% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,898, burglary at 1,238, vehicle theft at 165 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Quartzsite receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent247.6/100K
35% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery55.0/100K
Assault192.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,301.2/100K
68% above US avg
Burglary1,238.0/100K
Theft1,898.2/100K
Vehicle Theft165.1/100K
Arson27.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents283
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Quartzsite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 96°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 4.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 96°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average96°F (35°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area36.3 sq mi (94.0 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates33.6675°N, 114.2170°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
CountyLa Paz County County
Nearest AirportYuma Mcas/Yuma International (YUM)
73 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.6"
88% below US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 0.83"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0500 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)2.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score83.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability94.6 / 100
Community Resilience0.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave No Rating
Landslide Very Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,122 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Aug 26, 2012 4km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.4 143 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NNW of Brawley, CA M5.3 144 km
Jun 5, 2021 11km W of Calipatria, CA M5.3 144 km
Aug 27, 2012 5km NNE of Brawley, CA M4.9 141 km
Aug 26, 2012 5km NW of Brawley, CA M4.9 144 km
Mar 24, 2009 4km S of Bombay Beach, CA M4.8 145 km
Oct 16, 1999 13km W of Niland, California M4.7 142 km
Aug 26, 2012 6km N of Brawley, CA M4.6 141 km
Aug 26, 2012 4km N of Brawley, CA M4.6 142 km
Jun 14, 2000 7km NE of Imperial, CA M4.5 148 km
Oct 16, 1999 11km SE of Bombay Beach, CA M4.5 139 km
Aug 26, 2012 6km SSE of Westmorland, CA M4.4 149 km
Jul 11, 2025 12 km WNW of Calipatria, CA M4.3 143 km
Sep 27, 2016 6km SSE of Bombay Beach, CA M4.3 145 km
Apr 30, 2023 8km WSW of Niland, CA M4.3 138 km
Sep 26, 2016 6km SSE of Bombay Beach, CA M4.3 145 km
Jun 12, 2021 12km WSW of Niland, CA M4.3 142 km
Aug 26, 2012 6km W of Brawley, CA M4.3 148 km
Jun 5, 2021 10km WNW of Calipatria, CA M4.3 142 km
Apr 30, 2023 9 km SW of Niland, CA M4.3 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

9 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 16, 1973 EF3 39 km 0
Jul 31, 1983 EF1 1 km 0
Sep 18, 1972 EF1 65 km 0
Oct 13, 2018 EF0 91 km 0
Oct 13, 2018 EF0 6 km 0
Jan 21, 2010 EF0 52 km 0
Aug 10, 2006 EF0 83 km 0
Sep 22, 1987 EF0 96 km 0
Jun 7, 1972 EF0 87 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 140 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KING VALLEY (32,964 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 KING VALLEY 32,964 81 km
1999 HARCUVAR 16,305 91 km
2005 BIGHORN 5,699 88 km
2022 LOST LAKE 5,455 46 km
1993 HAQUAHALA 4,849 87 km
2006 CIBOLA 4,703 59 km
2011 THREE SLASHES 4,581 63 km
2005 BOSQUE 3,381 25 km
1989 LAGUNA II 3,042 94 km
1995 LOST LAKE 2,846 45 km
2005 EAGLE EYE 2,303 91 km
1989 FERGUSON 2,284 78 km
1992 WALTERS 2,170 63 km
2005 AGRO 2,078 93 km
2013 ISLAND LAKE 2,021 79 km
2020 BUREN 1,740 98 km
1987 FERGUSONLK 1,692 79 km
1994 BLACK MESA 1,657 94 km
1986 COLORADO 2 1,403 43 km
2021 CLIP 1,295 75 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
February 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
June 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 96°F (35°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 92°F (34°C) 0.8 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
December 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest

Quartzsite has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 53°F in December to 96°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.0").

View full weather details →
Quartzsite is located in La Paz County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 24.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 67.2% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.8% of the vote, a 44.2-point margin. 59.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 26 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 62% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents283
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+67.2%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score3.80
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area36.3 sq mi
CountyLa Paz County County

Services

Broadband Access59.1%
Avg Download Speed17.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed2.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed500 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants74
Retail Stores87

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.5 min
Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%
Average costs for common services in Quartzsite. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $252 ($151–$403)
Specialist Visit $352 ($201–$554)
Urgent Care Visit $201 ($101–$352)
Emergency Room Visit $2,215 ($806–$5,035)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$201)
Dental Filling $252 ($151–$403)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($50–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $302 ($151–$504)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $604 ($403–$1,007)
Battery Replacement $201 ($101–$352)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($60–$151)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($50–$141)
HVAC Repair $403 ($151–$806)
HVAC System Install $7,049 ($4,028–$12,084)
Roof Repair $1,007 ($403–$2,014)
Roof Replacement $9,063 ($5,539–$15,105)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,511 ($504–$3,525)
Divorce (Contested) $15,105 ($5,035–$30,210)
DUI Defense $5,035 ($2,014–$10,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,511 ($806–$3,021)
Will Preparation $504 ($201–$1,007)
Trust Preparation $2,518 ($1,007–$5,035)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $151 ($76–$252)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($50–$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.13 ($3.02–$5.54)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.52 ($2.52–$5.04)
Loaf of Bread $3.83 ($2.52–$5.54)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.53 ($3.02–$6.55)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.54 ($4.03–$7.55)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.60–$1.81)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $141 ($81–$252)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$151)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($50–$151)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $201 ($76–$504)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,014 ($1,208–$3,525)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.06–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$252)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,208 ($604–$2,518)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,007 ($504–$2,014)
After-School Care (Monthly) $403 ($201–$705)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,007 ($403–$2,518)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,588 ($5,035–$30,210)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($50–$201)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $302 ($151–$504)
Cat Spay/Neuter $201 ($101–$403)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$812
Toddler$671
Preschool$671
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$758
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in La Paz County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,650 66 $43,157 2.60
Agriculture & Forestry 540 26 $52,071 10.49
Manufacturing 244 11 $60,670 0.47
Administrative & Waste Services 129 13 $70,794 0.34
Wholesale Trade 94 10 $68,179 0.38
Transportation & Warehousing 91 16 $79,726 0.34
Construction 85 27 $85,559 0.25
Real Estate 67 19 $28,750 0.68
Information & Technology 63 6 $80,946 0.53
Finance & Insurance 49 15 $50,005 0.19
Other Services 45 14 $40,950 0.24
Professional & Technical Services 27 16 $61,434 0.06
Utilities 19 4 $44,068 0.79
Mining & Oil/Gas 16 4 $68,019 0.67
Management of Companies 12 8 $108,994 0.11

Schools in Quartzsite

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Quartzsite Elementary School Elementary
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Quartzsite

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Quartzsite

5 national parks and monuments found near Quartzsite.

ParkTypeFee
Cattail Cove State Park State Park Free
Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area Free
Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (Limited Use) Free
Lake Havasu State Park State Park Free
Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park State Park Free

Museums in Quartzsite

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
QUARTZSITE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TYSON'S WELL STAGE STATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
WOMEN'S AIRFORCE SERVICE PILOTS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 69289275555

Libraries in Quartzsite

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
QUARTZSITE PUBLIC LIBRARY465 NORTH PLYMOUTH AVENUE0.040,475

Restaurants in Quartzsite

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barbi's Place
Quartzsite Yacht Club
Silly Al's Pizza
Taco Mio
Times Three Family Restaurant

Cafes in Quartzsite

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Gas Stations in Quartzsite

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
76
Arco
Chevron
Chevron
Mobil
Pilot Travel Center
Pilot Travel Centers
RV Pit Stop
Terrible's

Pharmacies in Quartzsite

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
INTOWN HEALTH MART PHARMACY 150 EAST TYSON ROAD 928-927-5300

EV Charging Stations in Quartzsite

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Quartzsite, AZ - Tesla Supercharger370 W Main Event LnTesla84TESLApublic
Carl's Jr. - Tesla Supercharger1451 West Main StreetTesla36TESLApublic
Love's Travel #286 (Quartzsite, AZ)760 S Quartzsite BlvdElectrify America4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
1349 W. Main Street (US-Z2C-3SA-1A)1349 W. Main StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
1349 W. Main Street (US-Z2C-3SA-1B)1349 W. Main StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
1349 W. Main Street (US-Z2C-3SA-1C)1349 W. Main StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
1349 W. Main Street (US-Z2C-3SA-2A)1349 W. Main StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
1349 W. Main Street (US-Z2C-3SA-2B)1349 W. Main StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic
1349 W. Main Street (US-Z2C-3SA-2C)1349 W. Main StreetRIVIAN_ADVENTURE1J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Quartzsite

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Quartzsite Site: Guadalupe Mtn Off Interstate 10, east of QuartsiteTOWER23
Cunningham Peak on top of Cunningham PeakTOWER21
Cunningham Peak on top of Cunningham PeakTOWER21

Fire Stations in Quartzsite

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Quartzsite Fire District70 Tyson RDMostly career928-927-6556

Bridges in Quartzsite

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19322123,081G
CulvertConcrete continuous19644921,859G
CulvertConcrete continuous19644321,859G
CulvertConcrete continuous19643721,859G
CulvertConcrete continuous19646421,859G
CulvertConcrete continuous19643221,859G
CulvertConcrete continuous19643721,859G
CulvertConcrete continuous19609120,846G
CulvertConcrete continuous19606020,846G
CulvertConcrete continuous19533220,259G
CulvertConcrete continuous19532120,259G
CulvertConcrete continuous19632720,259G
CulvertConcrete continuous19536418,558G
SlabConcrete continuous196441010,636F
SlabConcrete continuous196441010,448F
SlabConcrete continuous19639010,246G
SlabConcrete continuous19639010,013G
CulvertConcrete continuous2005438,400G
CulvertConcrete continuous2005438,400G
CulvertConcrete continuous1953988,314F
CulvertConcrete continuous1963978,013G
CulvertConcrete continuous1933217,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19642495,553F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20012684,548F
CulvertConcrete continuous2001904,548G
CulvertConcrete continuous20011794,548G
CulvertConcrete continuous1964374,143G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19811863,605F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19813993,605F
SlabConcrete continuous1987833,024F
SlabConcrete continuous19841942,912F
CulvertConcrete continuous1969752,726G
CulvertConcrete continuous1989352,647G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20022632,000G
SlabConcrete193866688F
SlabConcrete197063504F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196325068F
SlabConcrete19386660F

Airports Near Quartzsite

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blythe AirportBLHMedium Airport
Alamo Lake / Wayside Oasis AirportSmall Airport
Avi Suquilla AirportSmall Airport
Bouse AirportSmall Airport
Bouse Southeast AirstripSmall Airport
Castle Dome UAS Site Eight AirportSmall Airport
Centennial Park AirportSmall Airport
Chino AirstripSmall Airport
Cunningham Wash AirportSmall Airport
Gene Wash Reservoir AirportSmall Airport
Havasu Palms AirstripSmall Airport
Indian Hills AirparkSmall Airport
Jalapeno Ranch AirportSmall Airport
McAllister Wash AirstripSmall Airport
Midland AirportSmall Airport
Midland AirportSmall Airport
Mojave Wash AirstripSmall Airport
Monroe Street AirportSmall Airport
Morris Ag Air SW AirportSmall Airport
Outback Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Quartzsite AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Estrella AirstripSmall Airport
Rankin Ranch Landing StripSmall Airport
Salome Emergency AirfieldSmall Airport
Schultz Air RanchSmall Airport
Sheepy Hollow Ranch AirfieldSmall Airport
Stage Coach AirportSmall Airport
Standard Mine / Arlington Mine AirportSmall Airport
Vicksburg Junction AirstripSmall Airport
Walters Camp AirportSmall Airport
Western Sky AirportSmall Airport
Yuma Proving Ground East AirstripSmall Airport
Yuma Wash East AirstripSmall Airport

Police Stations in Quartzsite

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Quartzsite Police Department305 N Plymouth Avenue

Grocery Stores in Quartzsite

12 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Carl's Jr. #1101608Restaurant Meals Program1450 W Main St
Coyote Fresh Foods LlcGrocery Store410 E main St.
Dollar General 13631Other925 W Main St
Dollar General 30028Other535 E Main St
Family Dollar 6649Other470 E Main St
Love's Travel Stop 286Convenience Store760 S Quartzsite Blvd
McDonald's #10459Restaurant Meals Program1241 W Main St
Pilot 1258Convenience Store185 North Riggles Road
Pilot Travel Center 328Convenience Store1201 W Main St
Quik Chek MarketConvenience Store26 W Main
Roadrunner MarketGrocery Store200 E Main St
Terrible's 396Other1400 W Main Event Ln

Post Offices in Quartzsite

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Moon Mountain Mail177 West Main Street
Quartzsite Post Office80 West Main Street

DOL Wage Violations in Quartzsite

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $21,197 in back wages owed to 37 employees.

5
Violations
$21,197
Back Wages Owed
37
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Grubstake Social Club 85346 1 $12,815 $1,165 11
Burger King of Quartzsite Restaurant Brands International 85346 1 $4,318 $360 12
Quartzite Yacht Club 85346 1 $2,856 $2,856 1
Super 8 Motel Wyndham Hotels 85359 1 $660 $94 7
McDonald's McDonalds Corporation 85346 1 $548 $91 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Quartzsite

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH INCPO BOX 2820
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHPO BOX 650
MISION BAUTISTA DE QUARTZSITEPO BOX 433
QUARTZSITE ALLIANCE CHURCHPO BOX 2817
QUARTZSITE CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 5073

Explore Near Quartzsite

UFO Sightings
17
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
View all →
Mines
4
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
View all →
Meteorites
3
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
View all →
Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Quartzsite.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Quartzsite

What is the population of Quartzsite?

Quartzsite has a population of 1,805 residents and is located in Arizona. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 36.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 71.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

Is Quartzsite expensive to live in?

Quartzsite has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100.7 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $24,359, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $72,800 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Quartzsite safe?

Quartzsite is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 248 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,301 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Quartzsite receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Quartzsite?

Quartzsite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Quartzsite?

The job market in Quartzsite faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $992. There are 402 business establishments in the area, including 74 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 5 minutes, and 3.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Quartzsite?

The median home value in Quartzsite is $72,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,836. For renters, the median monthly rent is $682. Fair market rent is $1,151 for a 1-bedroom and $1,419 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,768.

How are the schools in Quartzsite?

Schools in Quartzsite have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 24.9% of adults in Quartzsite hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.2% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Quartzsite?

The obesity rate in Quartzsite is 36.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 28.7% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 15.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 41.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,735.

What is transportation like in Quartzsite?

The average commute in Quartzsite is 5 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 62% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Quartzsite?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Quartzsite is 73.8% White, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.4% Asian. 78.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 21.1% speak Spanish. 23.8% of the population are military veterans. 34.4% of residents have a disability. 73.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Compare Quartzsite with another city: