Wilhoit, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Wilhoit is a small town in Arizona with a population of 1,027. Residents earn $48,542 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,027 Population 65/sq mi density
$48,542 Median Income $30,565 per capita
$201,600 Home Value
$855 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,542 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$201,600 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,542
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $201,600
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,027
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,542
Per Capita$30,565
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute49 min

Housing

A
Home Value$201,600
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation4,575 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+85.2%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute49 min
Libraries24

Is Wilhoit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilhoit receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, long commute times. Wilhoit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilhoit is $48,542, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilhoit is $201,600, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilhoit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Wilhoit has a population of 1,027 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

1,027
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
15.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilhoit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilhoit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilhoit is $48,542, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Wilhoit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,542
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,565
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$74,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,444
County GDP$12,137M

Business (County)

Restaurants612
Healthcare833
Retail790
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilhoit is $201,600, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,600
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% 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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Wilhoit, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death10,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities833

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Wilhoit has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,575 ft (1,394 m)
Area15.7 sq mi (40.6 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates34.4082°N, 112.6156°W
County FIPS04025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area15.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities833
Restaurants612
Retail Stores790

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

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