Thatcher, AZ
Full City Profile · Arizona · Graham County County
Thatcher, AZ
At a Glance
How Thatcher Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thatcher's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thatcher a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thatcher residents earn a median household income of $77,455 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,348. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 624 business establishments, including 69 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thatcher is $274,400 , 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $353,544. Median rent is $967/month, with 26.9% 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 1990.
Safety & Crime
Thatcher reports 72 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 649/100K.
Education
21.1% of adults in Thatcher hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thatcher has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches.