Thatcher, AZ

Arizona

Thatcher is a small city in Arizona with a population of 5,354. Residents earn $77,455 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,354 Population 804/sq mi density
$77,455 Median Income $31,348 per capita
$274,400 Home Value $344,659 Zillow
$967 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
20 Violent Crime/100K 2,099 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$77,455 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$274,400 home value, $967/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
20 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,455
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,400
3% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 20/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,354
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density804/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,455
Per Capita$31,348
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$2,015M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,400
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$344,659

Crime

F
Violent20/100K
Property2,099/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault20/100K
Burglary317/100K

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation3,030 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+87.3%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute23 min
EV Stations4
Libraries2

Is Thatcher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thatcher receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Thatcher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thatcher is $77,455, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thatcher is $274,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Thatcher is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,099 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Thatcher enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Thatcher has a population of 5,354 with a density of 804 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%).

Population

5,354
Total Population
804
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Thatcher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.0%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thatcher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thatcher is $77,455, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Thatcher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,455
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,348
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$63,621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)624
County GDP$2,015M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare86
Retail94
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,214
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Thatcher is $274,400, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,659.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,400
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$344,659
Median List Price$470,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$470,000
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% below US avg

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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,214
37% below US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Thatcher, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death11,353/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities86
Thatcher has a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,099 per 100,000 (7% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent19.8/100K
95% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault19.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,099.4/100K
7% above US avg
Burglary316.9/100K
Theft1,782.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Thatcher has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,030 ft (924 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.2 km²)
Population Density804/sq mi
Coordinates32.8127°N, 109.7665°W
County FIPS04009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density804/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants69
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home3.8%

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