Central, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
273 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
77.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,478 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$422,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$630 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 0 43
Feb 1 0 47
Mar 1 0 53
Apr 0 0 60
May 0 0 69
Jun 0 0 78
Jul 2 0 81
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 1 0 74
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 0 43

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 16% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (16%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 9%
Other 51%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Thatcher Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Thatcher Middle School
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Dan Hinton Accommodation School
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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

Mt Graham Regional Medical Center
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Benson Hospital
69 miles, SW
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Airports

Tucson International Airport
85 miles, W • 2.3 star
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
190 miles, N • 1 star
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