Black Canyon City, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,297 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,718 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$333 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$183 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Yavapai County
4
Prescott Valley-Prescott Metro Area
4
Arizona
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Yavapai County
4
Prescott Valley-Prescott Metro Area
4
Arizona
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 47
Feb 2 1 50
Mar 2 0 55
Apr 1 0 61
May 0 0 70
Jun 0 0 79
Jul 1 0 84
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 1 0 77
Oct 1 0 66
Nov 1 0 54
Dec 2 0 47

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 6%

Schools

Canon School
1 miles, W 1.9 star
New River Elementary School
10 miles, SW 2.3 star
Canyon Springs
14 miles, SW 4.1 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Arrowhead Hospital
29 miles, SW 2.3 star
Mayo Clinic Hospital
30 miles, S 5 star

Airports

Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
78 miles, NE 1 star
Tucson International Airport
151 miles, S 2.3 star