Shongopovi, AZ

Arizona

Shongopovi is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,131. Residents earn $32,708 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,131 Population 711/sq mi density
$32,708 Median Income $8,898 per capita
$76,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$32,708 median income, 10.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,200 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,708
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,200
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.5%
267% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,131
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

F
Median Income$32,708
Per Capita$8,898
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty45.5%
County GDP$4,065M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease10.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation6,329 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Libraries15

Is Shongopovi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shongopovi receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Shongopovi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shongopovi is $32,708, 56% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shongopovi is $76,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shongopovi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Shongopovi has a population of 1,131 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 3.4% Asian.

Population

1,131
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shongopovi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.0%
59% below US avg
Spanish68.0%
407% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shongopovi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shongopovi is $32,708, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Shongopovi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,708
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,898
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$56,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.5%
267% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,970
County GDP$4,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare253
Retail278
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,898
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Shongopovi is $76,200, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,200
73% below US avg

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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,898
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.80%
In Shongopovi, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 37.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Shongopovi vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.1%
47% above US avg
Diabetes20.6%
Heart Disease10.1%
High Blood Pressure43.8%
Asthma17.4%
COPD15.3%
Stroke7.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity37.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress26.2%
Physical Distress24.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death21,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access59.8%
Healthcare Facilities253

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Safety Score

Shongopovi has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates35.8097°N, 110.5334°W
County FIPS04017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 17.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.62
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities253
Restaurants248
Retail Stores278

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home10.2%

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