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Holbrook, Arizona


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Holbrook, Arizona

Holbrook, Arizona, in Navajo county, is 87 miles E of Flagstaff, Arizona (center to center) and 139 miles NE of Mesa, Arizona. The city is home to some 4,917 residents.

The People and Families of Holbrook

In Holbrook, about 54% of adults are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that Holbrook tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Holbrook had a median family income of $36,349.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Holbrook.

Holbrook Housing

According to the 2000 census, 69% of the housing in Holbrook was owner-occupied. In the city you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Holbrook, 89% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Holbrook it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

Of Note

High Points

Holbrook strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Arizona):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Holbrook Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Holbrook Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Holbrook Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Holbrook, AZ

Comparing Holbrook to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Arizona (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old109
Racial Diversity97
Female Share of the Population710
Male Share of the Population41
Well-Paid Single Men33
Senior Citizens23
Age of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size107
Portion of People Married54

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults76
Median Family Income44
People Above Poverty23
People in Middle Class or Better23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Walking and Biking to Work97
Working at Home75
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes89
Housing Recently Built72
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
Seasonal and Vacation Housing62
Affordability of Rents68
People Living Alone35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime11
Low Property Crime11

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