Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 332 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,079 (25.4%) |
| Some College | 2,788 (23%) |
| Associates | 2,707 (22.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,436 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,802 (14.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,930 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $192,700 ▼ 31% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $930/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,831 |
| Vacant Units | 986 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Safford is a city in Arizona, located in Graham County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 20,735 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 35.5 years.
Economically, Safford is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $61,930 is below the national average. Approximately 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Safford is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $192,700, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $930 per month. Homeownership is high at 75.7%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Safford is moderately educated. 26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is majority White (51.86%).
Safford, AZ offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Arizona. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85546 | 20,735 | $61,930 | $192,700 | $930 | 5.7% | 26.7% | 75.7% |