Tusayan, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Tusayan is a small town in Arizona with a population of 374.

1.1 /5.0
F Poor
374 Population 22/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,051 per capita
N/A Home Value
$423 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.1 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $423
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 24%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,051
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,662M
Commute9 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$423
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation6,747 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute9 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Tusayan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tusayan receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Tusayan faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $423 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tusayan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Tusayan has a population of 374 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (64.2%), with 23.5% White, 29.1% Asian.

Population

374
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
16.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tusayan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.0%
13% below US avg
Spanish32.0%
139% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tusayan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tusayan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Tusayan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,051
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$77,330

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,121
County GDP$10,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants628
Healthcare431
Retail562
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $423 (64% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$423
64% 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-Occupied7.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,728
7% above US avg
In Tusayan, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death11,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities431

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Tusayan has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,747 ft (2,056 m)
Area16.8 sq mi (43.6 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates35.9550°N, 112.1202°W
County FIPS04005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.4%
96% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities431
Restaurants628
Retail Stores562

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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