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Snowflake, AZ is a small town located in Navajo County in Arizona. It is known for its scenic views of the White Mountains and its friendly locals. The population of Snowflake is approximately 5,000 people with a median age of 27.2 years old. Renting a two-bedroom apartment here costs around $1,020 per month - significantly lower than the national average of $1,430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index in Snowflake is 96 compared to 100 nationally, making it more affordable to buy groceries here than elsewhere in the US. There are several local businesses operating in Snowflake that offer jobs to residents such as The Snowflake Inn Hotel & Suites, White Mountain Apiaries, SW Gas Corporation and Cienega Creek Ranch. As well as employment opportunities, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy such as camping at Lyman Lake State Park or fishing and boating at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area. With its affordable cost of living and abundance of recreational activities to explore, Snowflake is an ideal place for young families and individuals looking for a peaceful life.

Snowflake has an unemployment rate of 8.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Snowflake has seen the job market increase by 1.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 31.6%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Snowflake
- The Sales Tax Rate for Snowflake is 8.1%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Snowflake is 4.2%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Snowflake
- The average income of a Snowflake resident is $19,266 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Snowflake resident is $63,458 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySnowflake, ArizonaUnited States
  8.76
  -3.5%-6.2%
  31.6%33.5%
  8.1%6.2%
  3.4%4.6%
  $19,413$37,638
  $63,458$69,021
  $66,588$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.8%1.2%
  0.6%0.5%
  11.9%6.8%
  3.7%10.0%
  2.7%2.5%
  8.6%11.0%
  4.1%4.8%
  2.0%0.8%
  1.9%1.9%
  3.2%4.7%
  1.9%1.9%
  0.5%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  0.3%4.2%
  17.1%9.3%
  15.5%14.0%
  0.0%2.1%
  6.8%7.0%
  6.4%4.8%
  9.8%4.7%
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Over 2 years ago

This is quite likely the best hidden jewel of a community in all of Arizona, along with Snowflake. It has all the essentials: Walmart, Ace Hardware, Bashas, a  More

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Over 5 years ago

Snowflake is quiet, laidback, no traffic, no hassle. People are super friendly - restaurants, stores, services - everywhere you go people chat and get to know you. The  More

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This is a quiet, slow paced town. Great for young and old families or retired couples.  More

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