La Paz County, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
16,605 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,506 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$357 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Arizona
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Arizona
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 53
Feb 1 0 56
Mar 0 0 62
Apr 0 0 69
May 0 0 78
Jun 0 0 87
Jul 0 0 92
Aug 1 0 91
Sep 0 0 84
Oct 0 0 73
Nov 0 0 60
Dec 1 0 51

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, AZ State Senate District 30, AZ State House District 30, AZ
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Schools

Quartzsite Elementary School
12 miles, W • 2.3 star
Bouse Elementary School
13 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Salome Elementary School
24 miles, E • 1.4 star
Salome High School
25 miles, E • 2.3 star

Colleges

Palo Verde College
36 miles, W • 1 star
Charles of Italy Beauty College
54 miles, N • 1 star
Arizona Western College
76 miles, SW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

La Paz Regional Hospital
32 miles, N • 3.2 star
Palo Verde Hospital
33 miles, W • 3.2 star
Havasu Regional Medical Center
55 miles, N • 3.2 star

Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
142 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
167 miles, E • 1 star