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Queen Valley, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Queen Valley is a small town in Arizona with a population of 799.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
799 Population 82/sq mi density
$221,200 Home Value
70°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $221,200
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.0%
102% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population799
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,476
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$221,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units563
Rent Burden28.4%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking12.2%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,020 ft (616 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.0%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute12 min
Broadband45.3%
Libraries19

Is Queen Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Queen Valley receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Queen Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Queen Valley is $221,200, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Queen Valley is a highly educated community — 68.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Queen Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Queen Valley has a population of 799 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

799
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Queen Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Queen Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Queen Valley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Queen Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,476
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$66,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,085
County GDP$16,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants424
Healthcare620
Retail539
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Queen Valley is $221,200, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,200
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

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-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units563
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Queen Valley, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities620
Queen Valley has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.8 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,020 ft (616 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.2 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates33.2830°N, 111.3050°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
County FIPS04021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 68.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.1-point margin. 45.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.0%
102% above US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score4.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.3%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities620
Restaurants424
Retail Stores539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

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