Arizona · Metropolitan Area
Scottsdale is a large city in Arizona with a population of 242,169. Residents earn $107,372 per year, which is 43% above the national average.
Based on current data, Scottsdale receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Scottsdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Scottsdale is $107,372, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Scottsdale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Scottsdale is $709,900, making it a premium housing market at 152% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,910 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Scottsdale is a highly educated community — 61.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Scottsdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 346 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 86.8% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 13.2% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $107,372 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $82,697 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,420 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,318 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 142,693 |
| County GDP | $419,250M |
| Restaurants | 9,181 |
| Healthcare | 14,863 |
| Retail | 11,005 |
| Manufacturing | 3,016 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.61% |
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 29.0% |
| Census Median | $709,900 |
| 152% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $848,565 |
| Median List Price | $1,099,500 |
| Median List Price | $1,099,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $447 |
| Homes Sold | 487 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.8% |
| Price Drops | 30.8% |
| Inventory | 2,628 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,910 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,113 |
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.61% |
| Obesity | 26.4% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.4% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 13.5% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 13.8% |
| Physical Distress | 8.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,525/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14,863 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 630 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Sunny Days | 346 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.5 inches |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,434 ft (742 m) |
| Area | 184.0 sq mi (476.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,316/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6843°N, 111.8614°W |
| County FIPS | 04013 |
Winner: Republican by 3.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 61.5% |
| 82% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.62 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,316/sq mi |
| Total Area | 184.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 166 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 173 |
| Public Libraries | 65 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14,863 |
| Restaurants | 9,181 |
| Retail Stores | 11,005 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 630 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 29.0% |