Median Income
$134,719
79% higher than US avg
Home Value
$576,600
105% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
44.8%
33% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$2,176
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.3%
81% lower than US avg
How Queen Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population66,369
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1,576/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
A+
Median Income$134,719
Per Capita$50,866
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute31 min
Housing
A
Home Value$576,600
Rent$2,176
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$631,155
Health
Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,427 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+44.8%
High School+97.1%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute31 min
EV Stations21
Libraries19
Is Queen Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Queen Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Queen Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Queen Creek is $134,719, which is significantly higher than the national average — 79% above $75,149. This places Queen Creek among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Queen Creek is $576,600, making it a premium housing market at 105% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,176 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 44.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Queen Creek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Queen Creek has a population of 66,369 with a density of 1,576 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.
Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Queen Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 89.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.5% |
| 22% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Queen Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Queen Creek is $134,719, which is 79% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Queen Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $134,719 |
| 79% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $50,866 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,118 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,681 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,085 |
| County GDP | $16,272M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 424 |
| Healthcare | 620 |
| Retail | 539 |
| Manufacturing | 136 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,956 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.51% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 24.2% |
The median home value in Queen Creek is $576,600, 105% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,176 (87% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $631,155.
Home Values
| Census Median | $576,600 |
| 105% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $631,155 |
| Median List Price | $700,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $700,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $259 |
| Homes Sold | 115 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 32.0% |
| Inventory | 550 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $2,176 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,231 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,956 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.51% |
In Queen Creek, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Queen Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.9% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.5% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.8% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,285/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 620 |
Crime Rates: Queen Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 79 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
Safety Score
Queen Creek has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
53°F Jan (12°C)
91°F Jul (33°C)
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 42.1 sq mi (109.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,576/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2394°N, 111.6133°W |
| County FIPS | 04021 |