Arizona
Rough Rock is a small town in Arizona with a population of 452. Residents earn $36,750 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rough Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rough Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rough Rock is $36,750, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Rough Rock is $54,200, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $595 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Rough Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 11.5% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 88.5% |
| 560% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,750 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,440 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,478 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.0% |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 630 |
| County GDP | $2,948M |
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 70 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.80% |
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
| Census Median | $54,200 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $595 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.80% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.9% |
| Heart Disease | 10.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 15.9% |
| COPD | 13.9% |
| Stroke | 6.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.9% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 25.2% |
| Physical Distress | 23.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 64.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 27,851/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 17.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 8.8 inches |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,263 ft (1,909 m) |
| Area | 12.8 sq mi (33.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4095°N, 109.8684°W |
| County FIPS | 04001 |
Winner: Democrat by 19 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.9% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.62 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Retail Stores | 98 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Avg Commute | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |