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Somerton, Arizona


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Somerton, Arizona

Somerton, Arizona, in Yuma county, is 10 miles SW of Yuma, Arizona (center to center) and 142 miles E of San Diego, California. Part of the surrounding Yuma metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Somerton is home to some 7,266 residents.

The People and Families of Somerton

In Somerton, about 58% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Somerton are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that the city 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, Somerton had a median family income of $27,944.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($400) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Somerton. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Somerton Housing

According to the 2000 census, 71% of the housing in Somerton was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the city have gone up relatively recently. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Somerton.

Commuting

In Somerton, 87% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the city.

Of Note

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophySomerton Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Somerton Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Somerton Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Somerton, AZ

Comparing Somerton 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 Old1010
Male Share of the Population85
Racial Diversity65
Female Share of the Population37
Senior Citizens12
Age of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married1010

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty12
Median Family Income11
People in Middle Class or Better11
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use910
Walking and Biking to Work42
Working at Home42
Short Commute Times33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
Housing Recently Built107
Affordability of Property Taxes97
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals89
Seasonal and Vacation Housing81
People Living Alone11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime57
Low Violent Crime47

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