Tsaile, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Tsaile is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,667. Residents earn $40,500 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,667 Population 276/sq mi density
$40,500 Median Income $11,584 per capita
$43,900 Home Value
$550 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,500 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,900 home value, $550/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,500
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,900
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.1%
231% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,667
Median Age21.0 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,500
Per Capita$11,584
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty41.1%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,900
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation7,044 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+87.9%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute26 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Tsaile a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tsaile 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, high obesity rates. Tsaile offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tsaile is $40,500, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 41.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tsaile is $43,900, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tsaile experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Tsaile has a population of 1,667 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (80.9%), with 10% White, 6.1% Black, 78.2% Asian.

Population

1,667
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tsaile vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.7%
53% below US avg
Spanish63.3%
372% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tsaile vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tsaile is $40,500, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Tsaile vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,500
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,584
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$56,852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.1%
231% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,087
County GDP$7,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare294
Retail417
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tsaile is $43,900, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,900
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% 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-Occupied32.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Rate6.77%
In Tsaile, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma15.9%
COPD12.9%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress24.7%
Physical Distress22.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death18,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Tsaile has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,044 ft (2,147 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates36.3024°N, 109.2187°W
County FIPS35045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants230
Retail Stores417

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home9.4%

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