Wickenburg, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Wickenburg is a small city in Arizona with a population of 7,468. Residents earn $65,253 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,468 Population 277/sq mi density
$65,253 Median Income $47,090 per capita
$449,400 Home Value $516,099 Zillow
$975 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
240 Violent Crime/100K 2,148 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,253 median income, 0.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$449,400 home value, $975/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
240 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,253
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $449,400
59% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 240/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,468
Median Age64.9 yrs
Density277/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,253
Per Capita$47,090
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$419,250M
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$449,400
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$516,099

Crime

F
Violent240/100K
Property2,148/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault180/100K
Burglary496/100K

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Elevation2,227 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+95.7%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations4
Libraries65

Is Wickenburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wickenburg receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wickenburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wickenburg is $65,253, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wickenburg is $449,400, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wickenburg is below the national average at 240 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,148 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wickenburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Wickenburg has a population of 7,468 with a density of 277 people per square mile. The median age is 64.9 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

7,468
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
64.9yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
27.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wickenburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wickenburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wickenburg is $65,253, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wickenburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,253
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,090
Avg Weekly Wage$1,420
IRS Avg AGI$95,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)142,693
County GDP$419,250M

Business (County)

Restaurants9,181
Healthcare14,863
Retail11,005
Manufacturing3,016

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wickenburg is $449,400, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $516,099.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$449,400
59% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$516,099
Median List Price$530,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$530,000
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory201

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,754

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-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Wickenburg, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death8,525/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access92.8%
Healthcare Facilities14,863
Wickenburg has a violent crime rate of 240 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,148 per 100,000 (10% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent240.4/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape30.0/100K
Robbery30.0/100K
Assault180.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,148.1/100K
10% above US avg
Burglary495.7/100K
Theft1,502.2/100K
Vehicle Theft150.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)630
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wickenburg has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.9 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,227 ft (679 m)
Area27.0 sq mi (69.9 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates33.9948°N, 112.7589°W
County FIPS04013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score4.62
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area27.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities14,863
Restaurants9,181
Retail Stores11,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)630
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home14.1%

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