What are the schools like in Tolleson, AZ?

Tolleson is served primarily by Tolleson Union High School District (4288). The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and 8 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 20.9:1.

What is the median household income in Tolleson?

The median household income in Tolleson, AZ is $47,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in Tolleson, AZ?

Tolleson has an average high temperature of 66.1°F in January and 106.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

Tolleson, AZ Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Tolleson, AZ affordable or expensive?

Tolleson's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tolleson is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $275,000 and the median rent is $1,121 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Tolleson, AZ?

Tolleson has a violent crime rate of 1008.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 9158.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Tolleson, AZ a Good Place to Live?

Tolleson is a small town of 7,221 in Arizona, with a median household income of $47,875 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Tolleson stands out for an affordable cost of living, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index. Whether Tolleson is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Tolleson city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.1

Tolleson's overall cost of living index is 96.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tolleson costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tolleson, AZ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$275,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,121	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

High Crime

Tolleson's violent crime rate is 1008.3 per 100,000 residents — 165% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

1008.3 /100k

Property Crime

9158.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Tolleson is served primarily by Tolleson Union High School District (4288). The student-to-teacher ratio is 20.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tolleson, AZ	National Avg
School District	Tolleson Union High School District (4288)	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	8	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	20.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	68.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tolleson sees average highs of 66.1°F in January and 106.5°F in July, with 8.4 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tolleson, AZ
Average High — January	66.1°F
Average High — July	106.5°F
Annual Precipitation	8.4"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Tolleson, AZ	National Avg
Population	7,221	—
Median Age	33.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	45.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	43.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.4%	22.2%
65 and over	22.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Maricopa Colony, AZ 6 mi Glendale, AZ 7 mi Litchfield Park, AZ 7 mi Youngtown, AZ 10 mi St. Johns, AZ 10 mi

Tolleson vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tolleson, AZ affordable or expensive?

Tolleson's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tolleson roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $275,000 and median rent is $1,121/month.

What is the crime rate in Tolleson, AZ?

Tolleson's violent crime rate is 1008.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 9158.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Tolleson?

Public schools in Tolleson are operated by Tolleson Union High School District (4288). The district has several elementary, several middle, and 8 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 20.9:1. 6.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tolleson, AZ a good place to live?

Tolleson, AZ has a population of 7,221, a median household income of $47,875, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Tolleson?

Tolleson averages 66.1°F in January and 106.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 8.4 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Tolleson?

The population of Tolleson, Arizona is 7,221 with a median age of 33.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tolleson?

Key numbers for living in Tolleson: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $275,000, median household income $47,875, crime index 334 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tolleson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.