Sunizona, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Sunizona is a small town in Arizona with a population of 211. Residents earn $32,614 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
211 Population 23/sq mi density
$32,614 Median Income $18,953 per capita
$57,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$32,614 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,614
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,600
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.5%
323% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,614
Per Capita$18,953
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.5%
County GDP$6,576M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Elevation4,376 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+78.6%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Libraries13

Is Sunizona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunizona receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sunizona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunizona is $32,614, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunizona is $57,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunizona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Sunizona has a population of 211 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%).

Population

211
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunizona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunizona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunizona is $32,614, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sunizona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,614
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$58,351

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.5%
323% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,604
County GDP$6,576M

Business (County)

Restaurants257
Healthcare281
Retail367
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,992
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunizona is $57,600, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,600
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$67
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,992
15% below US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Sunizona, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death9,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities281

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Sunizona has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,376 ft (1,334 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.7 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates31.8855°N, 109.6332°W
County FIPS04003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+78.6%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area9.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities281
Restaurants257
Retail Stores367

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home15.8%

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