Wenden, AZ

Arizona

Wenden is a small town in Arizona with a population of 412. Residents earn $43,400 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
412 Population 28/sq mi density
$43,400 Median Income $29,902 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,400 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,400
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population412
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,400
Per Capita$29,902
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$849M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain7.1 in/yr
Elevation1,888 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+62.4%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute15 min
Libraries5

Is Wenden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wenden receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Wenden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wenden is $43,400, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wenden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Wenden has a population of 412 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.2%), with 11.9% Black.

Population

412
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
14.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wenden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only34.8%
56% below US avg
Spanish65.2%
387% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wenden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wenden is $43,400, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Wenden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,400
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,902
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$50,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$849M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare26
Retail87
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
In Wenden, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.7%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death23,645/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Wenden has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.1 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,888 ft (575 m)
Area14.9 sq mi (38.7 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates33.8325°N, 113.5432°W
County FIPS04012
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+62.4%
School Test Score4.62
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area14.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants74
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home8.3%

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