Median Income $54,705

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $147,000

48% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 59.6%

77% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.3%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178

Median Age64.7 yrs

Density61/mi²

Male / Female63% / 37%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans30.9%

Economy

Median Income$54,705

Per Capita$46,157

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,397M

Commute66 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$147,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units146

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity32.3%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking13.1%

Depression22.7%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI45 (Good)

Rain15.7 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation5,861 ft (1,786 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+59.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%

Commute66 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries9

Is Shumway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shumway receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Shumway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shumway is $54,705, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shumway is $147,000, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Shumway is a highly educated community — 59.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shumway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Shumway has a population of 178 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 64.7 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

178

Total Population

People / sq mi

64.7yrs

Median Age

66% above US avg

2.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.9%

Female 37.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shumway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shumway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shumway is $54,705, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Shumway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$54,705
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,157
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,090
IRS Avg AGI	$62,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,138
County GDP	$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants	138
Healthcare	139
Retail	136
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,723
	6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	65.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shumway is $147,000, 48% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$147,000
	48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.9%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	146
Median Year Built	2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,723
	6% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.53%

In Shumway, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.3%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.1%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.2%
Physical Inactivity	18.1%
Depression	22.7%
Mental Distress	17.4%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	72.6%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Checkup Rate	67.5%
Dental Visits	60.9%
Premature Death	19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	87.8%
Healthcare Facilities	139

Shumway has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	35°F (2°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	15.7 inches
	59% below US avg
Snowfall	19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	45.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	5,861 ft (1,786 m)
Area	2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density	61/sq mi
Coordinates	34.4145°N, 110.0649°W
Timezone	America/Phoenix
County FIPS	04007

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 59.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%

D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	59.6%
	77% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.62

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	61/sq mi
Total Area	2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	139
Restaurants	138
Retail Stores	136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	22
FEMA Disaster Declarations	273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	65.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Shumway, AZ

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Shumway a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shumway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shumway vs U.S. Average

Income: Shumway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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