Springerville, AZ

Arizona

Springerville is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,847. Residents earn $49,886 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,847 Population 161/sq mi density
$49,886 Median Income $29,381 per capita
$184,100 Home Value $255,637 Zillow
$1,199 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
203 Violent Crime/100K 2,388 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,886 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$184,100 home value, $1,199/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
203 violent crimes/100K (47% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,886
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,100
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 203/100K
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,199
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,847
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,886
Per Capita$29,381
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$144M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,100
Rent$1,199
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,637
Rent Burden35.3%

Crime

F
Violent203/100K
Property2,388/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault152/100K
Burglary661/100K

Health

Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation6,982 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+86.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Springerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springerville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Springerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springerville is $49,886, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springerville is $184,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Springerville is below the national average at 203 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,388 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Springerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Springerville has a population of 1,847 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.2%), with 5.4% Hispanic, 2.5% Asian.

Population

1,847
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Springerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springerville is $49,886, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Springerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,886
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,381
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$47,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Springerville is $184,100, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,199 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,100
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,637

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,199
3% above US avg
Rent Burden35.3%

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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
Effective Rate0.49%
In Springerville, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.3/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities6
Springerville has a violent crime rate of 203 per 100,000 residents, 47% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,388 per 100,000 (22% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent203.3/100K
47% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery50.8/100K
Assault152.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,388.2/100K
22% above US avg
Burglary660.6/100K
Theft1,727.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Springerville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,982 ft (2,128 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.8 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates34.1719°N, 109.3069°W
County FIPS35003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score4.62
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Work from Home11.2%

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