Flagstaff

Flagstaff, Arizona Overview

Flagstaff scores 53.0/100 overall (B), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Arizona — above the state composite of 44.7. Health is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Environment lags at 26/100.

Income & Employment in Flagstaff

The median household income in Flagstaff is $71,402, 4% below the statewide median of $74,568. The local unemployment rate of 3.2% is lower than the state’s 4.3%. Population grew 0.9% recently.

Safety in Flagstaff

Flagstaff reports 400.8 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 430 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2229.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Flagstaff

Flagstaff has a cost of living index of 91.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $503,400. Median monthly rent is $1,555. The price-to-income ratio of 7.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Flagstaff

Flagstaff’s adult obesity rate of 22.4% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.6%. Residents report an average of 20.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arizona ranks #33 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Flagstaff

Flagstaff has a high school graduation rate of 84.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 21.3:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,844. The city has 25 public schools serving 11,380 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Flagstaff

The annual average temperature in Flagstaff is 48.4°F. Summers average 68.3°F. Winters average 29.6°F. Annual precipitation is 20.1 inches. The average commute of 14 minutes is notably short.

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