Beaver Dam, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,590 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,256 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$215,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$342 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mohave County
3
Lake Havasu City-Kingman Metro Area
3
Arizona
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mohave County
5
Lake Havasu City-Kingman Metro Area
5
Arizona
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 2 39
Feb 1 2 44
Mar 1 1 50
Apr 1 0 58
May 0 0 67
Jun 0 0 76
Jul 1 0 82
Aug 1 0 80
Sep 1 0 72
Oct 1 0 60
Nov 1 1 48
Dec 1 2 39

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 6%

Schools

Beaver Dam Elementary
<1 miles, SE 2.3 star
Beaver Dam High School
<1 miles, SE 1.4 star
Virgin Valley High School
9 miles, SW 2.8 star
Virgin Valley Elementary School
10 miles, W 2.8 star

Colleges

Dixie State University
24 miles, E 1.4 star
Stevens-Henager College
25 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Mesa View Regional Hospital
12 miles, W 3.2 star
Dixie Regional Medical Center
25 miles, E 5 star
Cedar City Hospital
73 miles, NE 5 star

Airports

St George Regional Airport
25 miles, E 1 star
Cedar City Regional Airport
72 miles, NE 1 star
McCarran International Airport
88 miles, W 4.6 star
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
176 miles, SE 1 star