Fort Defiance, AZ is a small city located in Apache County, Arizona. It has a population of just over 3,000 people and is the home of the Navajo Nation government. The city has consistently ranked highly in various quality-of-life rankings compiled by Best Places to Live. In terms of affordability, Fort Defiance was rated as one of the most affordable cities in America for 2020 based on housing costs and livability indicators like cost of living, crime rate, education, employment rate and other metrics. According to Best Places to Live's Safety Index, Fort Defiance scored an 8/10 – scoring higher than all surrounding areas. Additionally, it was named one of the best places to live in Apache County for 2020 due to its overall safety rating and affordability index score. With its low crime rate and affordable cost of living, Fort Defiance is an ideal place to live for anyone looking for a safe and affordable place to call home.
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