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
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
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.1% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.9% |
| 19% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 52.5% |
| 323% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,604 |
| County GDP | $6,576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 281 |
| Retail | 367 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,992 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 15.8% |
The median home value in Sunizona is $57,600, 80% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $57,600 |
| 80% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $67 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.6% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,992 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.19% |
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
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,424/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 281 |
Crime Rates: Sunizona vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
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 Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.2 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,376 ft (1,334 m) |
| Area | 9.2 sq mi (23.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8855°N, 109.6332°W |
| County FIPS | 04003 |