Living in Gila County, Arizona

Gila County is a county in Arizona with a population of around 53,159. The main communities are Payson, Globe, Star Valley.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $816/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $369K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Gila County has older demographics, with a median age of 50 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.