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Where To Eat In Flagstaff, AZ!
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Relocation guide
Moving to Flagstaff
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
76,333
Median age 26
Median household income
$68,041
Median rent
$1,555/mo
Median home value
$503,400
Schools
30
12 districts
Summer high / winter low
82° / 17°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.43% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in May, June, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 30 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Household incomes are 13% below the US median ($68,041).
- Homes cost 66% more than the US median ($503,400).
- Cold winters: December lows average 17°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Flagstaff?
Flagstaff spans 4 zip codes. Median home values range from $464,100 to $570,900 by zip.
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Foods I loved in Flagstaff
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Is Flagstaff a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.43% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in May, June, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Household incomes are 13% below the US median ($68,041). Homes cost 66% more than the US median ($503,400).
How much do I need to earn to live in Flagstaff?
The median household earns $68,041. Rent at the median ($1,555/month) is about 27% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $62,200 a year.
How many schools are in Flagstaff?
30 public and private schools across 12 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Flagstaff?
Highs average 82°F in July and lows 17°F in December. The most comfortable months are May, June, September.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.