Vail, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
15,722 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$121,385 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$367,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$505 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,482 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pima County
5
Tucson Metro Area
5
Arizona
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pima County
7
Tucson Metro Area
7
Arizona
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (55%) Conservative

Climate

Hot semi-arid climate. Hot and dry grassland climate with low rainfall and periodic drought. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 50
Feb 1 0 53
Mar 1 0 57
Apr 0 0 64
May 0 0 73
Jun 0 0 82
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 3 0 83
Sep 1 0 79
Oct 1 0 68
Nov 1 0 57
Dec 1 0 50

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Acacia Elementary School
2 miles, N · 4.1star
Old Vail Middle School
2 miles, N · 4.1star
PCJTED - Cienega High School
3 miles, N · 3.7star
Cienega High School
3 miles, N · 4.6star

Colleges

HDS Truck Driving Institute
12 miles, NW · 1star
Cortiva Institute-Tucson
17 miles, N · 1star
Brookline College-Tucson
17 miles, N · 1star
Pima Community College
18 miles, N · 1.4star

Hospitals

St Joseph's Hospital
17 miles, N · 2.3star
Tucson Medical Center
19 miles, N · 2.3star

Airports

Tucson International Airport
16 miles, NW · 2.3star
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
223 miles, N · 1star