San Simon, AZ

Arizona

San Simon is a small town in Arizona with a population of 253. Residents earn $23,500 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
253 Population 333/sq mi density
$23,500 Median Income $20,337 per capita
$36,700 Home Value $237,473 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$23,500 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,500
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,700
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density333/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,500
Per Capita$20,337
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$2,015M

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,473

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation3,609 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+82.8%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is San Simon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Simon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. San Simon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Simon is $23,500, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Simon is $36,700, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

San Simon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

San Simon has a population of 253 with a density of 333 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

253
Total Population
333
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

San Simon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.3%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.7%
174% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Simon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Simon is $23,500, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: San Simon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,500
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$63,621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)624
County GDP$2,015M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare86
Retail94
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,214
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.03%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in San Simon is $36,700, 87% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,700
87% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,473

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,214
37% below US avg
Effective Rate6.03%
In San Simon, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death11,353/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

San Simon has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,609 ft (1,100 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density333/sq mi
Coordinates32.2682°N, 109.2302°W
County FIPS04009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density333/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants69
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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