Safford, AZ Map & Demographics
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Safford Overview
$26,970
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,443
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,860
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,112
TOTAL POPULATION
5,127
MALE POPULATION
4,985
FEMALE POPULATION
102.85
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
4,831
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Safford Zip Codes
Safford Area Codes
Income in Safford
Income Overview in Safford
Per Capita Income in Safford is $26,970, while median incomes of families and households are $72,443 and $64,860 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,112 | $26,970 |
| Median Family Income | 2,541 | $72,443 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,541 | $81,613 |
| Median Household Income | 3,502 | $64,860 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,502 | $73,736 |
| Income Deficit | 2,541 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,112 | 37.45% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,112 | 62.55¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,112 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Safford
Average Earnings in Safford are $36,284, $46,533 for men and $29,108 for women, a difference of 37.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,714 (54.2%) | $46,533 |
| Female | 2,292 (45.8%) | $29,108 |
| Total | 5,006 (100.0%) | $36,284 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Safford
The most common earnings brackets in Safford are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (450 | 16.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (280 | 12.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 81 (3.0%) | 231 (10.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 70 (2.6%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 33 (1.2%) | 111 (4.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 131 (4.8%) | 77 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 41 (1.5%) | 80 (3.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 56 (2.1%) | 147 (6.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 85 (3.1%) | 39 (1.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 89 (3.3%) | 84 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 70 (2.6%) | 72 (3.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 10 (0.4%) | 46 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 181 (6.7%) | 280 (12.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 154 (5.7%) | 228 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 94 (3.5%) | 90 (3.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 197 (7.3%) | 79 (3.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 177 (6.5%) | 54 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 59 (2.2%) | 102 (4.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 243 (8.9%) | 247 (10.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 450 (16.6%) | 176 (7.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 303 (11.2%) | 32 (1.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 190 (7.0%) | 67 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,714 (100.0%) | 2,292 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Safford
Average earnings in Safford are $57,659 for men and $30,407 for women, a difference of 47.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,398, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $32,604. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,653.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $63,555 | $29,653 |
| High School Diploma | $32,604 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $65,398 | $31,141 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,227 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $57,659 | $30,407 |
Family Income in Safford
Family Income Brackets in Safford
According to the Safford family income data, there are 521 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 71 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 71 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 74 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 196 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 229 | 9.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 216 | 8.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 521 | 20.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 483 | 19.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 440 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 208 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 107 | 4.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Safford
6-person families (111 | 4.4%) account for the highest median family income in Safford with $104,088 per family, while 2-person families (976 | 38.4%) have the highest median income of $29,613 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 976 (38.4%) | $59,226 |
| 3-Person Families | 751 (29.6%) | $63,777 |
| 4-Person Families | 518 (20.4%) | $79,688 |
| 5-Person Families | 157 (6.2%) | $93,520 |
| 6-Person Families | 111 (4.4%) | $104,088 |
| 7+ Person Families | 28 (1.1%) | $91,042 |
| Total | 2,541 (100.0%) | $72,443 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Safford
The median family income in Safford is $72,443, with families comprising 3+ earners (231) having the highest median family income of $119,097, while families with no earners (448) have the lowest median family income of $30,236, accounting for 9.1% and 17.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 448 (17.6%) | $30,236 |
| 1 Earner | 740 (29.1%) | $56,228 |
| 2 Earners | 1,122 (44.2%) | $91,354 |
| 3+ Earners | 231 (9.1%) | $119,097 |
| Total | 2,541 (100.0%) | $72,443 |
Household Income in Safford
Household Income Brackets in Safford
With 732 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Safford, accounting for 20.9% of all households. In contrast, only 112 households (3.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 235 | 6.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 112 | 3.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 308 | 8.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 319 | 9.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 319 | 9.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 732 | 20.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 662 | 18.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 483 | 13.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 221 | 6.3% |
| $200,000+ | 112 | 3.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Safford
The median household income in Safford is $64,860, with the highest median household income of $88,306 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 966 households (27.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,941, with 837 households (23.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 368 (10.5%) | $55,893 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,331 (38.0%) | $75,401 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 966 (27.6%) | $88,306 |
| 65+ Years | 837 (23.9%) | $46,941 |
| Total | 3,502 (100.0%) | $64,860 |
Poverty in Safford
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Safford
With 11.7% poverty level for males and 17.5% for females among the residents of Safford, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 54 males (41.9%) and 215 females (40.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 86 (20.3%) | 35 (11.7%) |
| 5 Years | 54 (41.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 64 (15.0%) | 61 (13.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 30 (13.1%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| 15 Years | 8 (24.2%) | 12 (31.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (12.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 57 (6.6%) | 215 (40.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 21 (2.5%) | 183 (24.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 114 (20.5%) | 46 (7.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 67 (12.5%) | 82 (15.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 41 (13.0%) | 71 (15.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (8.8%) | 11 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (7.1%) | 120 (26.8%) |
| Total | 590 (11.7%) | 852 (17.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Safford
According to the poverty statistics in Safford, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 338 (79.7%) | 264 (88.3%) |
| 5 Years | 75 (58.1%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 363 (85.0%) | 401 (86.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 199 (86.9%) | 245 (98.8%) |
| 15 Years | 25 (75.8%) | 26 (68.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 65 (100.0%) | 90 (87.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 813 (93.4%) | 323 (60.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 830 (97.5%) | 572 (75.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 443 (79.5%) | 559 (92.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 469 (87.5%) | 433 (84.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 274 (87.0%) | 402 (85.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 281 (91.2%) | 327 (96.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 274 (92.9%) | 328 (73.2%) |
| Total | 4,449 (88.3%) | 4,012 (82.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Safford
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Safford show that 1.7% or 27 of the total 1,591 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 10.7%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 919 (99.1%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 427 (96.4%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 193 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 25 (89.3%) | 3 (10.7%) |
| Total | 1,564 (98.3%) | 27 (1.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Safford
According to the poverty data in Safford, 4.8% or 17 single-father households and 44.6% or 266 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (7.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 68 households (53.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 6 (3.7%) | 74 (35.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (7.0%) | 124 (47.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (53.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17 (4.8%) | 266 (44.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Safford
The poverty data for Safford shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 283 of the single-parent households (29.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (10.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 68 household (41.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 8 (0.9%) | 80 (21.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 16 (3.6%) | 135 (32.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (41.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 27 (1.7%) | 283 (29.8%) |
Race in Safford
The most populous races in Safford are White / Caucasian (7,456 | 73.7%), Hispanic or Latino (5,182 | 51.2%), and Two or more Races (1,554 | 15.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 110 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 247 | 2.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5,182 | 51.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 54 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,456 | 73.7% |
| Two or more Races | 1,554 | 15.4% |
| Some other Race | 691 | 6.8% |
| Total | 10,112 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Safford
The most populous ancestries reported in Safford are Mexican (4,950 | 48.9%), German (786 | 7.8%), English (564 | 5.6%), Irish (468 | 4.6%), and Canadian (244 | 2.4%), together accounting for 69.3% of all Safford residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 21 | 0.2% |
| American | 112 | 1.1% |
| Apache | 55 | 0.5% |
| Austrian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 10 | 0.1% |
| British | 78 | 0.8% |
| Burmese | 21 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 244 | 2.4% |
| Central American Indian | 19 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 21 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 17 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 12 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 145 | 1.4% |
| Dutch | 45 | 0.4% |
| Dutch West Indian | 43 | 0.4% |
| English | 564 | 5.6% |
| European | 166 | 1.6% |
| French | 83 | 0.8% |
| German | 786 | 7.8% |
| Irish | 468 | 4.6% |
| Italian | 222 | 2.2% |
| Korean | 172 | 1.7% |
| Mexican | 4,950 | 48.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 19 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 40 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 43 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 93 | 0.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 56 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 110 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 38 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 185 | 1.8% |
| Slovak | 5 | 0.1% |
| South African | 50 | 0.5% |
| Spaniard | 40 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 71 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 40 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 83 | 0.8% |
| Welsh | 74 | 0.7% |
| Yaqui | 9 | 0.1% | View All 41 Rows |
Immigrants in Safford
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Safford came from Central America (97 | 1.0%), Latin America (97 | 1.0%), Mexico (97 | 1.0%), Asia (90 | 0.9%), and South Eastern Asia (90 | 0.9%), together accounting for 4.7% of all Safford residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 28 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 90 | 0.9% |
| Central America | 97 | 1.0% |
| Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 97 | 1.0% |
| Mexico | 97 | 1.0% |
| Northern Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 87 | 0.9% |
| South Africa | 28 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 90 | 0.9% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Safford
Sex and Age in Safford
The most populous age groups in Safford are 20 to 24 Years (723 | 14.1%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (442 | 8.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 442 (8.6%) | 299 (6.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 388 (7.6%) | 330 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 429 (8.4%) | 422 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 250 (4.9%) | 238 (4.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 723 (14.1%) | 442 (8.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 448 (8.7%) | 341 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 409 (8.0%) | 416 (8.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 268 (5.2%) | 356 (7.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 293 (5.7%) | 249 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 309 (6.0%) | 256 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 231 (4.5%) | 262 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 119 (2.3%) | 272 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 204 (4.0%) | 201 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 138 (2.7%) | 137 (2.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 181 (3.5%) | 284 (5.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 137 (2.7%) | 223 (4.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 68 (1.3%) | 182 (3.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 90 (1.8%) | 75 (1.5%) |
| Total | 5,127 (100.0%) | 4,985 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Safford
Median Family Size in Safford
The median family size in Safford is 3.24 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,591 | 62.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.44 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (354 | 13.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.91 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,591 (62.6%) | 3.44 |
| Single Male/Father | 354 (13.9%) | 2.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 596 (23.5%) | 2.93 |
| Total Families | 2,541 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Safford
The median household size in Safford is 2.84 persons per household, with single male/father households (354 | 10.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.66 persons per household. non-family households (961 | 27.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.28 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,591 (45.4%) | 3.46 |
| Single Male/Father | 354 (10.1%) | 3.66 |
| Single Female/Mother | 596 (17.0%) | 3.18 |
| Non-family | 961 (27.4%) | 1.28 |
| Total Households | 3,502 (100.0%) | 2.84 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Safford
Out of a total of 3,502 households in Safford, 2,541 (72.6%) are family households, while 961 (27.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 826, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 773.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 773 (22.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 826 (23.6%) | 157 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 788 (22.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 545 (15.6%) | 31 (0.9%) |
| 5-Person Households | 193 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 161 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 28 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,541 (72.6%) | 961 (27.4%) |
Female Fertility in Safford
Fertility by Age in Safford
Average fertility rate in Safford is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 86.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 14 (9.3%) | 59.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 130 (86.7%) | 108.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (4.0%) | 6.0 |
| Total | 150 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Safford
70.7% of women with births (150) in Safford are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 100 (76.9%) | 30 (23.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 106 (70.7%) | 44 (29.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Safford
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 22 (14.7%) | 52.0 |
| High School Diploma | 38 (25.3%) | 70.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 90 (60.0%) | 90.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 150 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Safford
29.3% of women with births in Safford are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 87.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 27 (71.1%) | 11 (28.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 79 (87.8%) | 11 (12.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 106 (70.7%) | 44 (29.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Safford
Employment by Class of Employer in Safford
Among the 4,523 employed individuals in Safford, private company employees (3,303 | 73.0%), state government employees (261 | 5.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (247 | 5.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,303 | 73.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 56 | 1.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 247 | 5.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 230 | 5.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 236 | 5.2% |
| State Government Employees | 261 | 5.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 99 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 91 | 2.0% |
| Total | 4,523 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Safford
According to the labor force statistics for Safford, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,730), 62.5% or 4,831 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 251 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 85.7% or 907 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.3% or 33 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 180 (43.3%) | 33 (18.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 969 (83.2%) | 91 (9.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 623 (79.0%) | 26 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 612 (74.2%) | 49 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 928 (79.6%) | 23 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 907 (85.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 201 (51.4%) | 20 (10.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 260 (64.2%) | 8 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 90 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,831 (62.5%) | 251 (5.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Safford
According to labor force statistics for Safford, 76.2% of individuals (3,531) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,634) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 127 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 82.1% or 979 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.7% or 50 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 349 (59.7%) | 12 (2.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 979 (82.1%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,554 (76.2%) | 73 (3.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 649 (79.3%) | 63 (7.7%) |
| Total | 3,531 (76.2%) | 167 (3.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Safford
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Safford are Management (356 | 7.8%), Community & Social Service (344 | 7.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (339 | 7.4%), Business & Financial (252 | 5.5%), and Architecture & Engineering (195 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Safford, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (76.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (79.9%), Business & Financial (71.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (70.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 173 (48.6%) | 183 (51.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 73 (29.0%) | 179 (71.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 260 (76.7%) | 79 (23.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 195 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 33 (29.5%) | 79 (70.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 115 (33.4%) | 229 (66.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 67 (50.4%) | 66 (49.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 32 (20.1%) | 127 (79.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 16 (30.8%) | 36 (69.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 103 (71.5%) | 41 (28.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 20 (32.8%) | 41 (67.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 724 (50.4%) | 711 (49.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,484 (54.3%) | 2,094 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Safford are Food Preparation & Serving (229 | 5.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (184 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (140 | 3.1%), Healthcare Support (126 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (84 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Safford, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (83.3%), and Law Enforcement (75.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (83.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 70 (83.3%) | 14 (16.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 43 (75.4%) | 14 (24.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 66 (28.8%) | 163 (71.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 60 (32.6%) | 124 (67.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 23 (16.4%) | 117 (83.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 219 (28.7%) | 544 (71.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,484 (54.3%) | 2,094 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Safford are Office & Administration (658 | 14.4%), and Sales & Related (205 | 4.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 161 (78.5%) | 44 (21.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 186 (28.3%) | 472 (71.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 347 (40.2%) | 516 (59.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,484 (54.3%) | 2,094 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Safford are Construction & Extraction (626 | 13.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (246 | 5.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (43 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 10 (23.3%) | 33 (76.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 579 (92.5%) | 47 (7.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 186 (75.6%) | 60 (24.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 775 (84.7%) | 140 (15.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,484 (54.3%) | 2,094 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Safford are Material Moving (272 | 5.9%), Production (200 | 4.4%), and Transportation (130 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 155 (77.5%) | 45 (22.5%) |
| Transportation | 94 (72.3%) | 36 (27.7%) |
| Material Moving | 170 (62.5%) | 102 (37.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 419 (69.6%) | 183 (30.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,484 (54.3%) | 2,094 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Safford
Employment Industries in Safford
The major employment industries in Safford include Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (569 | 12.4%), Construction (489 | 10.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (471 | 10.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (410 | 9.0%), and Retail Trade (405 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Safford
The Safford industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (91.6%), and Professional & Scientific (84.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (85.3%), and Information (82.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 27 (30.0%) | 63 (70.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 420 (73.8%) | 149 (26.2%) |
| Construction | 448 (91.6%) | 41 (8.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 137 (76.5%) | 42 (23.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 98 (82.4%) | 21 (17.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 179 (44.2%) | 226 (55.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 59 (39.6%) | 90 (60.4%) |
| Utilities | 97 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 7 (17.5%) | 33 (82.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 36 (14.7%) | 208 (85.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 145 (84.3%) | 27 (15.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 135 (38.9%) | 212 (61.1%) |
| Educational Services | 119 (41.7%) | 166 (58.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 174 (36.9%) | 297 (63.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 16 (64.0%) | 9 (36.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 173 (42.2%) | 237 (57.8%) |
| Public Administration | 169 (57.9%) | 123 (42.1%) |
| Total | 2,484 (54.3%) | 2,094 (45.7%) |
Education in Safford
School Enrollment in Safford
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,726 students in Safford are middle school (731 | 26.8%), college / undergraduate (707 | 25.9%), and elementary school (520 | 19.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 182 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 181 | 6.6% |
| Elementary School | 520 | 19.1% |
| Middle School | 731 | 26.8% |
| High School | 381 | 14.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 707 | 25.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 24 | 0.9% |
| Total | 2,726 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Safford
Out of a total of 2,726 students who are enrolled in schools in Safford, 172 (6.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,554 (93.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 31 (23.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 153 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 102 (76.7%) | 31 (23.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 644 (93.2%) | 47 (6.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 757 (91.5%) | 70 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 239 (99.6%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 153 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 354 (93.9%) | 23 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 210 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 95 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,554 (93.7%) | 172 (6.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Safford
Education (232 | 19.6%), social sciences (204 | 17.2%), science & technology (137 | 11.6%), engineering (115 | 9.7%), and business (114 | 9.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,185 individuals in Safford who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 7 | 0.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 84 | 7.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 31 | 2.6% |
| Psychology | 13 | 1.1% |
| Social Sciences | 204 | 17.2% |
| Engineering | 115 | 9.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 54 | 4.6% |
| Science & Technology | 137 | 11.6% |
| Business | 114 | 9.6% |
| Education | 232 | 19.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 50 | 4.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 52 | 4.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 54 | 4.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 38 | 3.2% |
| Total | 1,185 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Safford
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Safford
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Safford are males with 2 vehicles (1,008, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (571, making up 49.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 51 (2.1%) | 66 (3.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 61 (2.5%) | 470 (22.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,008 (40.9%) | 571 (27.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 983 (39.9%) | 616 (30.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 223 (9.0%) | 196 (9.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 141 (5.7%) | 136 (6.6%) |
| Total | 2,467 (100.0%) | 2,055 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Safford
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Safford are 5 to 9 minutes (1,532 commuters, 34.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (778 commuters, 17.5%), and 60 to 89 minutes (590 commuters, 13.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 171 | 3.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,532 | 34.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 379 | 8.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 778 | 17.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 369 | 8.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 129 | 2.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 57 | 1.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 110 | 2.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 270 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 590 | 13.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 67 | 1.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Safford
The most common commute times in Safford are 5 to 9 minutes (573 commuters, 23.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (959 commuters, 47.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 74 (3.1%) | 97 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 573 (23.8%) | 959 (47.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 96 (4.0%) | 283 (13.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 447 (18.5%) | 331 (16.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 189 (7.8%) | 180 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 129 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 36 (1.5%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 97 (4.0%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 167 (6.9%) | 103 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 558 (23.1%) | 32 (1.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 46 (1.9%) | 21 (1.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Safford
The most frequent times of departure to work in Safford are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (818, 33.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (484, 23.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 818 (33.9%) | 164 (8.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 142 (5.9%) | 42 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 342 (14.2%) | 190 (9.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 248 (10.3%) | 65 (3.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 76 (3.2%) | 217 (10.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 99 (4.1%) | 160 (7.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 265 (11.0%) | 484 (23.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 43 (1.8%) | 304 (14.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 95 (3.9%) | 80 (3.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 76 (3.2%) | 103 (5.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.3%) | 65 (3.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 38 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 77 (3.2%) | 119 (5.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 86 (3.6%) | 47 (2.3%) |
| Total | 2,412 (100.0%) | 2,040 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Safford
Occupancy by Ownership in Safford
Of the total 3,502 dwellings in Safford, owner-occupied units account for 2,620 (74.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 882 (25.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,620 | 74.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 882 | 25.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,502 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Safford
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 773 | 22.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 983 | 28.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 788 | 22.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 958 | 27.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,502 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Safford
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 443 (57.3%) | 330 (42.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 705 (71.7%) | 278 (28.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 730 (92.6%) | 58 (7.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 742 (77.4%) | 216 (22.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,620 (74.8%) | 882 (25.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Safford
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 331 (65.3%) | 176 (34.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 609 (71.7%) | 241 (28.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,135 (76.0%) | 358 (24.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 545 (83.6%) | 107 (16.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Safford
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,238 | 35.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 461 | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 519 | 14.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 447 | 12.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 404 | 11.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 335 | 9.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 98 | 2.8% |
| Total | 3,502 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Safford
Median Income by Occupancy in Safford
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,620 (74.8%) | $75,214 |
| Renter-Occupied | 882 (25.2%) | $55,227 |
| Average | 3,502 (100.0%) | $64,860 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Safford
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 51 (1.9%) | 116 (13.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 29 (1.1%) | 37 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 78 (3.0%) | 35 (4.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 80 (3.0%) | 132 (15.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 44 (1.7%) | 53 (6.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 287 (11.0%) | 31 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 284 (10.8%) | 35 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 447 (17.1%) | 285 (32.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 581 (22.2%) | 80 (9.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 416 (15.9%) | 69 (7.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 323 (12.3%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| Total | 2,620 (100.0%) | 882 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Safford
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 136 (5.2%) | 7 (0.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 351 (13.4%) | 44 (5.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 215 (8.2%) | 286 (32.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 209 (8.0%) | 206 (23.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,128 (43.0%) | 126 (14.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 406 (15.5%) | 125 (14.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 117 (4.5%) | 20 (2.3%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 58 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,620 (100.0%) | 882 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Safford
Housing Structures in Safford
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,809 | 80.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 43 | 1.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 45 | 1.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 55 | 1.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 51 | 1.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 121 | 3.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 378 | 10.8% |
| Total | 3,502 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Safford
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,314 (82.4%) | 495 (17.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 35 (81.4%) | 8 (18.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 5 (9.1%) | 50 (90.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 121 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 266 (70.4%) | 112 (29.6%) |
| Total | 2,620 (74.8%) | 882 (25.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Safford
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 14 (0.5%) | 61 (6.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 184 (7.0%) | 222 (25.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 686 (26.2%) | 296 (33.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,241 (47.4%) | 245 (27.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 495 (18.9%) | 58 (6.6%) |
| Total | 2,620 (100.0%) | 882 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Safford
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,545 (59.0%) | 442 (50.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 24 (0.9%) | 50 (5.7%) |
| Electricity | 1,043 (39.8%) | 390 (44.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 8 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,620 (100.0%) | 882 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Safford
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 94 (3.6%) | 65 (7.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 469 (17.9%) | 348 (39.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,021 (39.0%) | 367 (41.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,036 (39.5%) | 102 (11.6%) |
| Total | 2,620 (100.0%) | 882 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Safford
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Safford
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 648 | 1,972 |
| Median Property Value | $111,000 | $188,600 |
| Median Household Income | $54,231 | $293 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $401 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $685 | $48 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Safford
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 162 (25.0%) | 112 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 122 (18.8%) | 37 (1.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 330 (50.9%) | 1,558 (79.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 24 (3.7%) | 237 (12.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 10 (1.5%) | 28 (1.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 648 (100.0%) | 1,972 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Safford
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 31 (4.8%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 56 (8.6%) | 49 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 135 (20.8%) | 146 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 56 (8.6%) | 152 (7.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 158 (24.4%) | 228 (11.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 144 (22.2%) | 289 (14.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 38 (5.9%) | 437 (22.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 30 (4.6%) | 378 (19.2%) |
| Total | 648 (100.0%) | 1,972 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Safford
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 282 (43.5%) | 78,364 (3,973.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 142 (21.9%) | 704 (35.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 102 (15.7%) | 572 (29.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 104 (16.1%) | 223 (11.3%) |
| Total | 648 (100.0%) | 1,972 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Safford
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 323 (49.8%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 160 (24.7%) | 515 (26.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 101 (15.6%) | 1,098 (55.7%) |
| Total | 648 (100.0%) | 1,972 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Safford
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Safford
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 912 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,772 (97.7%) | 41 (2.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,222 (90.5%) | 128 (9.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,226 (82.6%) | 258 (17.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,021 (87.9%) | 141 (12.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,013 (96.4%) | 38 (3.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 734 (93.1%) | 54 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 646 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 743 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,289 (93.4%) | 660 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Safford
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 912 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,772 (97.7%) | 41 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,222 (90.5%) | 128 (9.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Safford
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,168 (98.2%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,210 (87.3%) | 176 (12.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,966 (93.8%) | 131 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,219 (92.6%) | 176 (7.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,706 (94.6%) | 155 (5.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Safford
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 497 (54.5%) | 566 (62.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 854 (47.1%) | 1,052 (58.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 419 (31.0%) | 911 (67.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 372 (25.1%) | 918 (61.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 433 (37.3%) | 669 (57.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 148 (14.1%) | 885 (84.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 169 (21.4%) | 611 (77.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 636 (98.5%) | 401 (62.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 743 (100.0%) | 432 (58.1%) |
| Total | 4,271 (42.9%) | 6,445 (64.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Safford
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 104 (11.4%) | 93 (10.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (1.6%) | 110 (8.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 118 (8.4%) | 183 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (24.0%) | 107 (31.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 142 (48.1%) | 286 (63.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Safford
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (1.6%) | 57 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (17.9%) | 65 (19.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (28.5%) | 104 (23.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 84 (9.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (1.0%) | 61 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (14.2%) | 36 (8.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 104 (11.4%) | 84 (9.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (1.6%) | 105 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (2.8%) | 78 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (4.5%) | 51 (15.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (12.2%) | 132 (29.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 67 (4.8%) | 89 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (15.9%) | 54 (16.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (22.7%) | 208 (46.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 78 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (2.8%) | 74 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (9.1%) | 32 (9.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (1.7%) | 47 (10.5%) |
Technology Access in Safford
Computing Device Access in Safford
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,287 | 65.3% |
| Smartphone | 3,077 | 87.9% |
| Tablet | 1,872 | 53.5% |
| No Computing Device | 282 | 8.1% |
| Total | 3,502 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Safford
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,208 | 63.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 477 | 13.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 376 | 10.7% |
| No Internet | 632 | 18.0% |
| Total | 3,502 | 100.0% |
Safford Summary
Safford is a city located in Graham County, Arizona. It is the county seat of Graham County and is located in the southeastern part of the state. The city is situated in the Gila Valley, which is surrounded by the Pinaleño Mountains to the east and the Santa Teresa Mountains to the west. The city is located approximately 120 miles southeast of Phoenix and is the largest city in Graham County.
History
The area that is now Safford was first settled in 1874 by a group of Mormon settlers led by William Safford. The settlers named the area after William Safford, who was the first postmaster of the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1881 and was named after William Safford.
The city of Safford was an important stop on the Southern Pacific Railroad, which ran through the city in the late 19th century. The railroad brought many new settlers to the area and helped to spur the growth of the city.
In the early 20th century, Safford was a major center for copper mining. The city was home to several copper mines, including the Copper Queen Mine, which was one of the largest copper mines in the world. The copper mining industry helped to fuel the growth of the city and the surrounding area.
Geography
Safford is located in the Gila Valley, which is surrounded by the Pinaleño Mountains to the east and the Santa Teresa Mountains to the west. The city is located approximately 120 miles southeast of Phoenix and is the largest city in Graham County.
The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located at an elevation of 3,845 feet above sea level.
Economy
The economy of Safford is largely based on agriculture and mining. The city is home to several large agricultural operations, including cotton, alfalfa, and pecan farms. The city is also home to several copper mines, which are still in operation today.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a furniture factory. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Safford was 9,541. The racial makeup of the city was 75.3% White, 0.7% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 19.3% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 37.2% of the population.
The median household income in Safford was $35,938, and the median family income was $41,944. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Safford is a city located in Graham County, Arizona. It is the county seat of Graham County and is located in the southeastern part of the state. The city is situated in the Gila Valley, which is surrounded by the Pinaleño Mountains to the east and the Santa Teresa Mountains to the west. The city is located approximately 120 miles southeast of Phoenix and is the largest city in Graham County. The economy of Safford is largely based on agriculture and mining, and the city is home to several large agricultural operations, copper mines, manufacturing companies, and other businesses. As of the 2010 census, the population of Safford was 9,541. The racial makeup of the city was 75.3% White, 0.7% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 19.3% from other races, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 37.2% of the population.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Safford?
Per Capita income in Safford is $26,970.
What is the Median Family Income in Safford?
Median Family Income in Safford is $72,443.
What is the Median Household income in Safford?
Median Household Income in Safford is $64,860.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Safford?
Income or Wage Gap in Safford is 37.4%.
Women in Safford earn 62.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Safford?
Inequality or Gini Index in Safford is 0.40.
What is the Total Population of Safford?
Total Population of Safford is 10,112.
What is the Total Male Population of Safford?
Total Male Population of Safford is 5,127.
What is the Total Female Population of Safford?
Total Female Population of Safford is 4,985.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Safford?
There are 102.85 Males per 100 Females in Safford.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Safford?
There are 97.23 Females per 100 Males in Safford.
What is the Median Population Age in Safford?
Median Population Age in Safford is 31.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Safford
Average Family Size in Safford is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Safford
Average Household Size in Safford is 2.8 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Safford?
There are 4,831 People in the Labor Forcein in Safford.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Safford?
62.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Safford.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Safford?
Unemployment Rate in Safford is 5.2%.