Rio Rico SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Rio Rico summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Rio Rico. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Arizona. Key points include:
The cost of living in Rio Rico is 98 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Rio Rico is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Rio Rico is $271,312.
The median income in Rio Rico is $61,348.
Rio Rico's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Rio Rico Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Rio Rico | Arizona | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 98 | 100 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 103 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 84 | 97 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 108 | 113 | 100 |
| Utilities | 105 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Rio Rico, AZ Weather
The average high in Rio Rico is 78.7° and the average low is 47.0°.
There are 38.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 17.0 inches of precipitation each year with 0.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | Rio Rico |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 78.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 38.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 17.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Rankings & Articles For Rio Rico
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Map Of Rio Rico, AZ
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Rio Rico Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Rio Rico
The current population in Rio Rico is 22,017. The population has increased 14.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22,017 | 1.0% |
| 2023 | 21,798 | 1.6% |
| 2022 | 21,447 | 2.5% |
| 2021 | 20,914 | 4.8% |
| 2020 | 19,948 | 1.9% |
| 2019 | 19,581 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 19,601 | 3.8% |
| 2017 | 18,891 | 1.6% |
| 2016 | 18,589 | -0.9% |
| 2015 | 18,760 | -0.4% |
| 2014 | 18,837 | -1.6% |
| 2013 | 19,134 | -1.3% |
| 2012 | 19,391 | -2.2% |
| 2011 | 19,818 | 2.8% |
| 2010 | 19,270 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Rio Rico
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Rio Rico is:
11.2% White with 2,462 White residents.
0.1% African American with 24 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 15 American Indian residents.
0.0% Asian with 0 Asian residents.
0.7% Hawaiian with 144 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 6 Other residents.
0.8% Two Or More with 183 Two Or More residents.
87.1% Hispanic with 19,183 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Rio Rico | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 11.2% | 52.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.1% | 4.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 3.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 0.8% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 87.1% | 31.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Rio Rico
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Rio Rico is 50.8% female with 11,195 female residents.
Rio Rico is 49.2% male with 10,822 male residents.
| Gender | Rio Rico | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Rio Rico for adults over 25
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6.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed < 9th grade.
14.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed 9-12th grade.
28.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed associate's degree.
15.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Rio Rico completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Rio Rico | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 14.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 28.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 23.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Rio Rico, Arizona
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4.2% of households in Rio Rico earn Less than $10,000.
2.8% of households in Rio Rico earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.7% of households in Rio Rico earn $15,000 to $24,999.
13.0% of households in Rio Rico earn $25,000 to $34,999.
15.7% of households in Rio Rico earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.8% of households in Rio Rico earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.6% of households in Rio Rico earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.3% of households in Rio Rico earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.8% of households in Rio Rico earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.2% of households in Rio Rico earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Rio Rico | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.2% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.7% | 5.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 13.0% | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.7% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.8% | 16.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.6% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.3% | 18.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.8% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.2% | 11.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
