Living in Santa Cruz County, Arizona

Santa Cruz County is a county in Arizona with a population of around 46,461. The main communities are Nogales, Patagonia.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $3,456/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $264K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 59°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Santa Cruz County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.