San Manuel, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

San Manuel is a small town in Arizona with a population of 3,269. Residents earn $48,333 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,269 Population 158/sq mi density
$48,333 Median Income $26,948 per capita
$112,600 Home Value $163,869 Zillow
$740 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,333 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,600 home value, $740/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,333
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,269
Median Age56.1 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,333
Per Capita$26,948
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,600
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,869

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation3,473 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute39 min
Libraries19

Is San Manuel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Manuel receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, long commute times. San Manuel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Manuel is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Manuel is $112,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

San Manuel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

San Manuel has a population of 3,269 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 6.4% Hispanic.

Population

3,269
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
56.1yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
20.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

San Manuel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.0%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.0%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Manuel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Manuel is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: San Manuel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,333
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,948
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$66,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above 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 Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Work from Home0.1%

Walkability

The median home value in San Manuel is $112,600, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,869.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,600
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,869
Median List Price$218,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$218,000
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops27.8%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg

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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,956
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In San Manuel, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: San Manuel vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death9,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities620

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

San Manuel has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,473 ft (1,059 m)
Area20.7 sq mi (53.7 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates32.6091°N, 110.6415°W
County FIPS04021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area20.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities620
Restaurants424
Retail Stores539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Work from Home0.1%

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