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La Paz County

AZ · Pop. 16,605 · Rural County

42/100Homestead Score

La Paz County is a rural county in Arizona, spanning 4,497 square miles with 16,605 residents at a density of 3.7 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on hay, wheat, cotton. The median home price is $118,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.71%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 313-day growing season, average summer highs of 106.3°F and average winter lows of 41°F. Annual rainfall averages 5 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. La Paz Regional Hospital is 31.6 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 75.4% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is very high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 0.71%
Growing Season: 313 days
Broadband: 75.4%
Density: 3.7/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 313-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • A low effective property tax rate of 0.71% holds annual carrying costs down.
  • A median home price of $118,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • A strong agricultural economy built on hay, wheat, cotton means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
  • At 3.7 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.

Cons

  • Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
  • Flood risk is very high, so careful parcel siting and flood insurance are essential.
  • Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
  • Annual rainfall of just 5 inches means irrigation and water storage are core requirements.
  • Broadband reaches only 75.4% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.

At a glance

La Paz County, AZ is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.

Homestead score
42/100
Median home price
$118k
Property tax
0.71%
Growing season
313 days (zone 9a)
Annual rainfall
5"
Broadband
75.4%
Nearest hospital
La Paz Regional Hospital, 31.6 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.71%
Median Household Income$49,506
Poverty Rate18.4%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$118K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone9a
Growing Season313 days
Annual Rainfall5 inches
Avg Summer High106.3°F
Avg Winter Low41°F
Top CropsHay, Wheat, Cotton

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought9/10
Wildfire8/10
Tornado1/10
Flood10/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalLa Paz Regional Hospital (31.6 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities2

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage75.4%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate6.3%
Ag EconomyStrong

Homesteading in La Paz County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in La Paz County?
La Paz County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 313-day growing season, average summer highs of 106.3°F, and average winter lows of 41°F. The established crops are hay, wheat, cotton.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $118,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.71%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 75.4% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
La Paz Regional Hospital is 31.6 miles away and includes an emergency room; there are 2 hospitals in the county.

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.