Topawa, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Topawa is a small town in Arizona with a population of 358. Residents earn $35,625 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
358 Population 70/sq mi density
$35,625 Median Income $14,897 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$35,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,625
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.1%
248% higher than US avg

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

People

Population358
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,625
Per Capita$14,897
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty43.1%
County GDP$66,712M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease10.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Elevation2,450 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+75.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute23 min
Libraries31

Is Topawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Topawa receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Topawa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Topawa is $35,625, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 43.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Topawa is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Topawa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 8.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Topawa has a population of 358 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

358
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.3%
Female 27.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Topawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.1%
27% below US avg
Spanish42.9%
220% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Topawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Topawa is $35,625, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 43.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Topawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,625
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,897
Avg Weekly Wage$1,191
IRS Avg AGI$74,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate43.1%
248% above US avg
Establishments (County)23,608
County GDP$66,712M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,935
Healthcare2,903
Retail2,575
Manufacturing600

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,960
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Topawa is $106,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied34.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,960
42% above US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In Topawa, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.9% report depression. 39.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes20.3%
Heart Disease10.3%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma18.2%
COPD15.3%
Stroke7.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity39.3%
Depression30.9%
Mental Distress29.2%
Physical Distress26.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death9,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access86.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,903

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)168

Safety Score

Topawa has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.9 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall8.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,450 ft (747 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates31.8078°N, 111.8305°W
County FIPS04019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+75.7%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries31
Healthcare Facilities2,903
Restaurants1,935
Retail Stores2,575

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)168

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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