Best Places to Live in Chinle, Arizona

Living in Chinle, AZ is a unique experience. Located in Northeastern Arizona, the town is situated between two canyons, Chinle Wash and Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Residents of Chinle enjoy beautiful views of sandstone cliffs and desert landscapes that surround the town. The town is rich in culture and history, particularly with the Navajo Nation who call this area home. There are a variety of activities for residents to enjoy such as hiking, biking, fishing, and camping along with exploring historical sites and monuments. There’s also many shops where you can buy locally made crafts or visit traditional markets for fresh produce. Living in Chinle provides an opportunity to explore nature's beauty while engaging with the local culture.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Chinle is 11.2% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Chinle jobs have increased by 0.4%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Chinle's cost of living is 32.3% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Chinle's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

September, May and August are the most pleasant months in Chinle, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Apache county remained overwhelmingly Democratic, 66.0% to 32.4%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Chinle's population is 3,771 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 31.8%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 18.8 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Chinle is Real Estate: $184,300. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 18.9%.

SCHOOLS

Chinle public schools spend $6,429 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 16.8 students per teacher in Chinle. More Education

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Housing Market in Chinle

It's a good time to buy in Chinle. Home Appreciation is up 18.9% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Chinle is $184,300.

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