Tombstone, AZ
Full City Profile · Arizona · Santa Cruz County County
Tombstone, AZ
At a Glance
How Tombstone Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tombstone's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tombstone a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tombstone residents earn a median household income of $54,792 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,269. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,240 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tombstone is $150,500 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,764. Median rent is $696/month, with 23.2% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Tombstone reports 499 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,745/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Tombstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tombstone has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.