Sonoita, AZ

Arizona

Sonoita is a small town in Arizona with a population of 721. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
721 Population 68/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $43,751 per capita
$429,400 Home Value $563,669 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 6.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$429,400 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $429,400
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$43,751
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$2,844M
Commute46 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$429,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$563,669

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation4,885 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+92.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute46 min
Broadband96.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Sonoita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sonoita receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Sonoita stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sonoita is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sonoita is $429,400, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sonoita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Sonoita has a population of 721 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

721
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
10.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sonoita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sonoita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sonoita is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Sonoita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,751
Avg Weekly Wage$1,147
IRS Avg AGI$54,861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,240
County GDP$2,844M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare76
Retail156
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.8 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sonoita is $429,400, 52% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $563,669.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$429,400
52% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$563,669

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Sonoita, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,447/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Sonoita has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,885 ft (1,489 m)
Area10.6 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates31.6656°N, 110.6391°W
County FIPS04023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score4.62
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area10.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.4%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants102
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.8 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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