Safford, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
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
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
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
10,217 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,727 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$191,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$840 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.9% 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 46
Mar 1 0 52
Apr 0 0 59
May 0 0 68
Jun 0 0 77
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 1 0 73
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 50
Dec 1 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 44%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Triumphant Learning Center
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Safford Middle School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Lafe Nelson School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Dorothy Stinson School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Eastern Arizona College
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Pima Medical Institute-Tucson
80 miles, W • 1.4 star
Cortiva Institute-Tucson
80 miles, W • 1 star
Arizona Academy of Beauty-East
80 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mt Graham Regional Medical Center
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
Benson Hospital
70 miles, SW
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Airports

Tucson International Airport
88 miles, W • 2.3 star
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
195 miles, N • 1 star
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