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Is Casa Grande a Good Place to Live? Casa Grande, Arizona: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Casa Grande ranks #1070 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #438 of 524 smaller cities and #21 of 23 in Arizona. Against similar-size cities it stands out for fast population growth (+3.8%, #19 of 468), and trails on low graduation rates (79.9%, #371 of 437) and high violent crime (434 per 100,000, #338 of 442).
Casa Grande by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Casa Grande's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Casa Grande?
Casa Grande's cost of living index is 103.3, 3% above the US level of 100 and #872 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,386/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $316,044, 24% below the typical Arizona home ($417,990).
| Measure | Casa Grande | ArizonaAZ | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 103.3#872 of 1,308 | 101 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $316,044#422 of 1,187 | $417,990 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,712/mo#520 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $303,900#539 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,386/mo#623 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 4.3x#667 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 23.8%#872 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Arizona is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Casa Grande housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Casa Grande is in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro.
Arizona housing market →Is Casa Grande safe?
Casa Grande recorded 434 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 16% above the US rate of 373 and 1% above Arizona's 430. That ranks #763 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #338 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Casa Grande Police Department. Property crime runs 1,125 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Casa Grande | ArizonaAZ | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 434#763 of 1,083 | 430 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 1,125#274 of 1,083 | 2,369 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Arizona is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Casa Grande?
The median household in Casa Grande earns $69,983, 9% below the US figure of $76,827 and 6% below Arizona ($74,568). Unemployment is 4.7% (US 4.2%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 3.8% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Casa Grande | ArizonaAZ | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $69,983#816 of 1,312 | $74,568 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 4.7%#760 of 1,058 | 4.3% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 13.5%#765 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +3.8%#38 of 1,132 | +1.8% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Arizona is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Casa Grande?
The median resident of Casa Grande is 38.6 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 21.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #1112 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 72.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Casa Grande | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 38.6 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 21.7%#1112 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 72.8% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Casa Grande's schools and health?
Casa Grande's 20 public schools graduate 79.9% of students in four years (Arizona 79%), with 28.8 students per teacher and $10,272 spent per pupil. 39.4% of adults are obese and 14.6% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Casa Grande | ArizonaAZ | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 79.9%#895 of 1,063 | 79% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 28.8#1185 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $10,272#1128 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 39.4%#1078 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 14.6%#1136 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 16.3%#477 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 16.5%#1129 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Arizona is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 13,616 students are enrolled in Casa Grande's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Casa Grande?
The average commute in Casa Grande is 23.3 minutes (Arizona 21.9); 0.1% of workers take transit and 10.8% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Casa Grande scores 7.5 of 20 (below average walkable), #1166 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 90.6°F and winters 54.6°F, with 7.9 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Casa Grande | ArizonaAZ | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 23.3 min#625 of 1,312 | 21.9 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 7.9%#913 of 1,312 | 6.8% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 75.5% | 70.5% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 10.8% | 14.3% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.5#1166 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Arizona is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68.7 | 39.1 | 0.8 |
| Feb | 72.6 | 41.5 | 1 |
| Mar | 79.9 | 47.2 | 0.8 |
| Apr | 87.5 | 53 | 0.2 |
| May | 96.4 | 60.4 | 0.2 |
| Jun | 105.8 | 69.9 | 0.2 |
| Jul | 106.8 | 78.1 | 0.9 |
| Aug | 105.3 | 77.3 | 1.5 |
| Sep | 100.4 | 70.7 | 0.7 |
| Oct | 90.7 | 56.9 | 0.5 |
| Nov | 77.5 | 45.3 | 0.4 |
| Dec | 67.6 | 38.4 | 0.7 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Casa Grande.
| Measure | Casa Grande | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 72.4°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 90.6°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 54.6°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 7.9 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Casa Grande.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Casa Grande?
Pinal County's air had a median air quality index of 67, and 17% of measured days were rated good; 34 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from pm10. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Pinal County's biggest natural hazard losses in wildfire, inland flooding, and hail, with expected yearly losses of 0.17% of building value, higher than 59% of US counties.
| Measure | Casa Grande | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 67#1035 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 34#1034 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.17%#786 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Pinal County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Pinal County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | 0.016% | 88% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.13% | 85% of counties |
| Hail | 0.0012% | 39% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.0018% | 39% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Casa Grande compare with similar-size cities?
Casa Grande is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #438 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 60,905.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Grande, AZPop. 60,905 | #1070 | 48.5 | $69,983 | $1,386/mo | 434 | 23.3 min |
| Vineland, NJPop. 61,006 | #965 | 50.7 | $67,860 | $1,233/mo | 408 | 23.7 min |
| Palm Beach Gardens, FLPop. 60,959 | #188 | 64.8 | $106,947 | $2,417/mo | 72 | 22.9 min |
| La Mesa, CAPop. 60,797 | #926 | 51.3 | $95,028 | $2,049/mo | 397 | 23.8 min |
| White Plains, NYPop. 60,666 | #51 | 70.8 | $110,763 | $2,269/mo | 115 | 27.4 min |
| Meriden, CTPop. 60,545 | #599 | 56.7 | $71,253 | $1,294/mo | 153 | 23 min |
| Stonecrest, GAPop. 60,501 | #1155 | 46.5 | $64,591 | $1,601/mo | no data | 36 min |
| Taunton, MAPop. 60,433 | #611 | 56.5 | $79,283 | $1,324/mo | 386 | 29.3 min |
| Euless, TXPop. 60,421 | #653 | 55.8 | $82,167 | $1,690/mo | 159 | 24.8 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Casa Grande compare with the rest of Arizona?
Casa Grande ranks #21 of the 23 Arizona cities we track, with a score of 48.5 against Arizona's statewide 44.7. Its households earn 6% below the Arizona median. Violent crime is 1% above the statewide rate. Homes are 24% below the typical Arizona home.
| City | Rank in AZ | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Creek, AZPop. 71,867 | #1 | 66.2 | $141,978 | $2,210/mo | 155 |
| Marana, AZPop. 56,938 | #2 | 65.9 | $112,606 | $1,818/mo | 61 |
| Gilbert, AZPop. 280,262 | #3 | 63.8 | $122,551 | $2,110/mo | 117 |
| Catalina Foothills, AZPop. 52,593 | #4 | 62.9 | $115,304 | $1,412/mo | no data |
| Chandler, AZPop. 280,136 | #5 | 61.0 | $108,095 | $1,902/mo | 124 |
| Scottsdale, AZPop. 243,821 | #6 | 61.0 | $110,886 | $2,013/mo | 175 |
| Surprise, AZPop. 154,948 | #7 | 60.2 | $96,711 | $2,033/mo | 86 |
| Goodyear, AZPop. 107,645 | #8 | 60.2 | $103,319 | $1,956/mo | 236 |
| Buckeye, AZPop. 104,923 | #9 | 58.4 | $99,486 | $1,963/mo | 159 |
| Peoria, AZPop. 196,906 | #10 | 58.2 | $95,815 | $1,843/mo | 253 |
| Tempe, AZPop. 188,065 | #11 | 57.4 | $79,663 | $1,743/mo | 418 |
| Avondale, AZPop. 92,477 | #12 | 55.6 | $86,123 | $1,832/mo | 341 |
| Mesa, AZPop. 511,764 | #13 | 54.7 | $82,752 | $1,620/mo | 424 |
| Casas Adobes, AZPop. 72,059 | #14 | 53.6 | $83,683 | $1,650/mo | no data |
| Flagstaff, AZPop. 76,445 | #15 | 53.3 | $71,512 | $1,645/mo | 501 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZPop. 58,359 | #16 | 53.0 | $70,148 | $1,320/mo | 299 |
| Maricopa, AZPop. 67,163 | #17 | 52.6 | $96,391 | $1,998/mo | 242 |
| Glendale, AZPop. 252,833 | #18 | 52.1 | $73,530 | $1,528/mo | 438 |
| Phoenix, AZPop. 1,642,323 | #19 | 51.3 | $81,332 | $1,582/mo | 696 |
| Tucson, AZPop. 547,073 | #20 | 50.0 | $57,073 | $1,145/mo | 368 |
| Casa Grande, AZPop. 60,905 | #21 | 48.5 | $69,983 | $1,386/mo | 434 |
| Yuma, AZPop. 100,139 | #22 | 46.1 | $65,482 | $1,114/mo | 353 |
| San Tan Valley, AZPop. 109,189 | #23 | 45.8 | $96,713 | $2,085/mo | no data |
All 23 Arizona cities we track, by overall score. Arizona statewide: median income $74,568, violent crime 430 per 100,000.
How is Casa Grande's score calculated?
Casa Grande scores 48.5 out of 100, #1070 of 1,312 (grade D, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Arizona's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Casa Grande. Similar-size median 55.5.
46.4 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Casa Grande's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
71.2 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Casa Grande. Similar-size median 58.9.
42.3 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Casa Grande's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
24.4 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Casa Grande's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
66.2 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Casa Grande. Similar-size median 56.1.
45.8 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Casa Grande. Similar-size median 42.4.
76.7 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Casa Grande. Similar-size median 50.0.
43.7 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Casa Grande's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
34.2 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
23.3 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Casa Grande's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Casa Grande has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Casa Grande
Is Casa Grande, AZ a good place to live?
Casa Grande ranks #1070 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #438 of 524 smaller cities and #21 of 23 in Arizona. Against similar-size cities it stands out for fast population growth (+3.8%, #19 of 468), and trails on low graduation rates (79.9%, #371 of 437) and high violent crime (434 per 100,000, #338 of 442).
What is the cost of living in Casa Grande?
Casa Grande's cost of living index is 103.3, 3% above the US level of 100 and #872 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,386/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $316,044, 24% below the typical Arizona home ($417,990).
What is the crime rate in Casa Grande?
Casa Grande recorded 434 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 16% above the US rate of 373 and 1% above Arizona's 430. That ranks #763 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #338 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Casa Grande Police Department. Property crime runs 1,125 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Casa Grande?
The median household in Casa Grande earns $69,983, 9% below the US figure of $76,827 and 6% below Arizona ($74,568). Unemployment is 4.7% (US 4.2%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 3.8% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Casa Grande?
Median rent in Casa Grande is $1,386/mo (Census), #623 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,712/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 23.8% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Casa Grande?
Zillow's typical home value in Casa Grande is $316,044, down 1.3% in a year, against $417,990 for Arizona and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $303,900.
How are the public schools in Casa Grande?
Casa Grande's 20 public schools graduate 79.9% of students in four years (Arizona 79%), with 28.8 students per teacher and $10,272 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Casa Grande?
The average commute is 23.3 minutes, #625 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 21.9 minutes across Arizona. 7.9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Casa Grande?
Casa Grande averages 72.4°F over the year, 90.6°F in summer and 54.6°F in winter, with 7.9 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Casa Grande walkable?
Casa Grande scores 7.5 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1166 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Casa Grande at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Pinal County's biggest natural hazard losses in wildfire, inland flooding, and hail, with expected yearly losses of 0.17% of building value, higher than 59% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Casa Grande?
Pinal County's air had a median air quality index of 67, and 17% of measured days were rated good; 34 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from pm10.
Who lives in Casa Grande?
Casa Grande has 60,905 residents. The median resident of Casa Grande is 38.6 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 21.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #1112 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 72.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Casa Grande compare with the rest of Arizona?
Casa Grande ranks #21 of the 23 Arizona cities we track, with a score of 48.5 against Arizona's statewide 44.7. Its households earn 6% below the Arizona median. Violent crime is 1% above the statewide rate. Homes are 24% below the typical Arizona home.
What cities are similar in size to Casa Grande?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Casa Grande's population of 60,905 are Vineland, NJ (#965 overall), Palm Beach Gardens, FL (#188 overall), La Mesa, CA (#926 overall), White Plains, NY (#51 overall), and Meriden, CT (#599 overall). Casa Grande is #1070.