White Hills, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

White Hills is a small town in Arizona with a population of 332. Residents earn $26,836 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
332 Population 6/sq mi density
$26,836 Median Income $14,471 per capita
$170,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$26,836 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$170,800 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,836
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population332
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,836
Per Capita$14,471
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$9,482M

Housing

B
Home Value$170,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Elevation2,755 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is White Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Hills receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. White Hills has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Hills is $26,836, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Hills is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

White Hills has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 97°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

White Hills has a population of 332 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%), with 16.6% Black.

Population

332
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
51.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

White Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Hills is $26,836, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: White Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,836
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,471
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$60,517

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,056
County GDP$9,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants451
Healthcare515
Retail646
Manufacturing144

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in White Hills is $170,800, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,405
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In White Hills, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death13,413/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities515

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)61
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

White Hills has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 97°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 97°F Jul (36°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average97°F (36°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.0 inches
87% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,755 ft (840 m)
Area51.9 sq mi (134.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates35.7242°N, 114.4004°W
County FIPS04015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score4.62
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area51.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities515
Restaurants451
Retail Stores646

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)61
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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