Cactus Flats, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,550 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,160 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$288,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$384 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$179 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Graham County
2
Safford Urban Area
2
Arizona
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Graham County
3
Safford Urban Area
3
Arizona
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 43
Feb 1 1 46
Mar 1 0 51
Apr 0 0 58
May 0 0 67
Jun 0 0 76
Jul 2 0 79
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 1 0 72
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 50
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 30%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, AZ State Senate District 19, AZ State House District 19, AZ
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Schools

Mt Graham High School
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
GIFT - Mt Graham High School
3 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Henry Dunkerson Pathways Academy
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Dorothy Stinson School
4 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Eastern Arizona College
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Cortiva Institute-Tucson
76 miles, W • 1 star
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson
76 miles, W • 1.4 star
Arizona Academy of Beauty-East
76 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mt Graham Regional Medical Center
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Benson Hospital
65 miles, SW
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Airports

Tucson International Airport
84 miles, W • 2.3 star
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
199 miles, N • 1 star
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