South Tucson, AZ

South Tucson, AZ

At a Glance

How South Tucson Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows South Tucson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is South Tucson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

South Tucson residents earn a median household income of $33,734 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,753. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,240 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in South Tucson is $152,300 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,452. Median rent is $968/month, with 34.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.

Safety & Crime

South Tucson reports 2,436 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 541% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 17,960/100K. The murder rate is 70.1/100K.

Education

8.3% of adults in South Tucson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 61.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

South Tucson has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Data Overview

Did You Know?