Shonto, AZ

Arizona

Shonto is a small town in Arizona with a population of 347. Residents earn $52,917 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
347 Population 76/sq mi density
$52,917 Median Income $27,582 per capita
N/A Home Value
$785 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,917 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$785/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,917
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$27,582
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$586M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation6,453 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+82.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Shonto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shonto receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Shonto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shonto is $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shonto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Shonto has a population of 347 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.7%), with 2.3% White, 88.5% Asian.

Population

347
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shonto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.4%
54% below US avg
Spanish63.6%
375% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shonto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shonto is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Shonto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,917
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,582
Avg Weekly Wage$844
IRS Avg AGI$68,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)438
County GDP$586M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare19
Retail45
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,894
17% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

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-Occupied24.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,894
17% below US avg
In Shonto, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma17.3%
COPD12.0%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress21.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death7,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Shonto has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,453 ft (1,967 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates36.5870°N, 110.6625°W
County FIPS49025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants65
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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