Livability Score

71
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (4) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
The Human Bean
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (4) F
Performing Arts Center (PAC)
Theatre Arts
Ap's Night Club
Nightclub
Food and Drink (63) A-
Quick Corner Liquor
Alcohol
Crumbl Cookies
Sweets
Subway
Fast Food
Cold Stone Creamery
Sweets
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
Rosati's
Fast Food
Rubio's
Fast Food
Best Donuts
Fast Food
Wingstop
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Zoyo
Sweets
Smashburger
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
Raising Cane's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Sonic
Fast Food
Fitness (7) F
Esporta Fitness
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Faye Gray Recreation Center
Community Centre
Planet Fitness
Gym
South Mountain Community Center
Community Centre
Barrios Unidos Recreation Center
Community Centre
Muriel Smith Recreation Center
Community Centre
Wait Lobby
Community Centre
Groceries (7) F
Fry's Food and Drug
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Fry's Food and Drug
Grocery Store
Food City
Grocery Store
Carniceria Sonora
Seafood
Food City
Grocery Store
Fry's Food and Drug
Grocery Store
Parks (132) A+
Circle K Park
Park
Hermoso Park
Park
Copper Leaf Park Three
Park
Francisco Highland Park
Park
Dobbins Creek Community Park
Park
Copper Leaf Park One
Park
Copper Leaf Park Two
Park
Peace Park
Park
El Reposo Park
Park
Bishop Alexis A. Thomas Park
Park
Momo Park
Park
Yapa Park
Park
Nueve Park
Park
Eototo Park
Park
Mong Park
Park
Tuhavi Park
Park
Aholi Park
Park
God's Garden Neighborhood Park
Park
Lenang Park
Park
Esteban Park
Park
Sunland Estates Park
Park
Rio Salado Industrial Recreation Park
Park
Hayden Park
Park
Ma-Ha Tauk Park
Park
Ho-E Park
Park
Shops (97) A+
Catholic Books & Gifts
Books
QuikTrip
Convenience Store
AT&T
Electronics
Ulta Beauty
Beauty
Ross
Department Store
Famous Footwear
Shoes
Rainbow
Clothing
T-Mobile
Electronics
Target Optical
Optician
Target
Department Store
GNC
Nutrition Supplements
European Wax Center
Beauty
Great Clips
Hairdresser
Legacy Nail & Spa
Beauty
Circle K
Convenience Store
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Verizon
Electronics
Cricket Wireless
Electronics
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Eli's Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Red Nails & Spa
Beauty
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
PetSmart
Pets
Frank's Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Nationwide Vision
Optician
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Neighborhoods with high amenity scores:

1. Encanto (B+)

2. Alahambra (B+)

3. South Mountain (B-)

4. Maryvale (C)

5. Camelback East (C-)

commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.9% take public transportation in South Mountain.
Public Transit Stops (344)
Stops & Stations A+
12031
Bus Stop
14536
Bus Stop
18355
Bus Stop
18279
Bus Stop
East Baseline Road Park and Ride
Bus Station
14537
Bus Stop
11296
Bus Stop
13936
Bus Stop
14095
Bus Stop
13938
Bus Stop
14097
Bus Stop
11153
Bus Stop
14521
Bus Stop
14094
Bus Stop
14539
Bus Stop
13939
Bus Stop
14390
Bus Stop
10628
Bus Stop
Southern/26th Street
Bus Stop
Southern/26th Street
Bus Stop
13932
Bus Stop
10624
Bus Stop
Southern/28th Street
Bus Stop
Southern/28th Street
Bus Stop
10454
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.9% F
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Neighborhoods with high commute scores:

1. Encanto (A+)

2. North Mountain (A+)

3. Camelback East (A+)

4. Maryvale (A+)

5. South Mountain (A+)

cost of living A+

The cost of living in South Mountain is 100/100 - which is equal to Arizona.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax C+
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Neighborhoods with high cost of living scores:

1. Central City (A+)

2. Estrella (A+)

3. Maryvale (A+)

4. South Mountain (A+)

5. Alahambra (A+)

crime F

South Mountain crime rates are 4,206 per 100k, which is 69% higher than Arizona
Property Crime
3,236 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
970 crimes per 100k F
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Neighborhoods with high crime scores:

1. Desert View (A+)

2. North Gateway (A-)

3. New Village (B+)

4. Ahwatukee Foothills (B)

5. Paradise Valley (D+)

employment B-

The median income in South Mountain is $59,319 - which is 16% higher than Arizona.
Med. Household Income
$59,319 D+
Unemployment Rate
3.6% C
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Neighborhoods with high employment scores:

1. New Village (A+)

2. Paradise Valley (A+)

3. Camelback East (A+)

4. Deer Valley (A)

5. Laveen (A-)

health C-

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (38)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Phoenix Fire Department Station 28
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Diazo Family Dental
Dentist
Aid to Women Center
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Kidz Connextion
Dentist
Mountain Park Health Center
Clinic
Vanguard Health
Clinic
Fresenius Kidney Care - South Mountain
Clinic
Mountain Park Health Center
Clinic
Evernorth Care Group
Clinic
Family Tree Health Care
Clinic
Tooth Doctor Arizona
Dentist
Cigna Medical Group
Pharmacy
Smith Family Dental
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Phoenix Fire Station Number 22
Fire Station
Lifewell
Clinic
DaVita Dialysis
Clinic
South Central Famiy Health Center
Doctor
Valleywise Community Health Center – South Central Phoenix
Clinic
Phoenix Fire Station Number 23
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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Neighborhoods with high health & safety scores:

1. Encanto (C-)

2. South Mountain (C-)

3. Alahambra (D+)

4. Camelback East (D+)

5. Laveen (F)

housing A+

South Mountain home prices are $195,674 - which is 11% higher than Arizona
Home Price
$195,674 B
Home Appreciation Rate
45% A+
Home Affordability
3.3x (home price to income ratio) B
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Neighborhoods with high housing scores:

1. North Mountain (A+)

2. Maryvale (A+)

3. Desert View (A+)

4. Ahwatukee Foothills (A+)

5. Paradise Valley (A+)

schools F

The South Mountain graduation rate is 65% - which is 21% lower than Arizona
School Test Scores
27% F
High School Grad. Rates
65% F
Elementary Schools (43) C-
91St Psalm Christian School
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix
T G Barr School
Amy L. Houston Academy
C O Greenfield School
John F Kennedy Elementary School
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba South Pointe Elementary Scho
Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School
Sabis International
Desert Marigold School
George Gervin Prep Academy
Champion Schools
Percy L Julian School
South Mountain Preparatory Academy
South Pointe Junior High School
St Catherine Of Siena
Maxine O Bush Elementary School
Irene Lopez School
Phoenix Collegiate Academy Elementary Llc
Phoenix Collegiate Academy Charter School
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy
V H Lassen Elementary School
Valley View School
Sunland Elementary School
Cesar E Chavez Community School
High Schools (15) A+
91St Psalm Christian School
Hope College And Career Readiness Academy
Aaec - Smcc Campus
Desert Marigold School
South Mountain High School
South Pointe High School
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School
Phoenix Collegiate Academy High School
Phoenix Collegiate Academy Charter School
Aim Higher College Prep Academy
Nfl Yet College Prep Academy
Skyline Prep High School
Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep
Victory High School - Campus
Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Choice Precision School
Kelly
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Neighborhoods with high education scores:

1. Desert View (A)

2. North Gateway (A)

3. Ahwatukee Foothills (B+)

4. Paradise Valley (B)

5. Deer Valley (C+)

ratings A-

South Mountain has an overall rating of 80% from 11 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (10)
From AreaVibes D
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Neighborhoods with high user rating scores:

1. Desert View (A+)

2. Ahwatukee Foothills (A+)

3. Paradise Valley (A+)

4. Maryvale (A+)

5. North Gateway (A-)

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South Mountain Area Facts

  • South Mountain has a Livability Score of 71/100, which is considered excellent
  • South Mountain crime rates are 13% higher than the Phoenix average
  • Cost of living in South Mountain is 6% lower than the Phoenix average

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South Mountain Phoenix - Great Place To Raise The Kids 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Sep 20, 2012) I moved to South Mountain Phoenix, Arizona when I was about five. When you grow up somewhere and it is all you know, you love it there. It is home and no matter how hot or cold it is, you think it is great. Luckily I was only a kid and so I thought 110 degree weather was normal. ...Read More The heat starts in the early spring and lasts close to thanksgiving. My parents complained, but this sandy, dry community was home to me and my brothers and we loved it.

When we wanted to get out of the heat, we would go up to Flagstaff for the weekend. My Dad had gone to college there and missed the big trees and beautiful scenery. In the winter we went skiing at the Snow Bowl and I have lots of fond memories of those great days. I guess my Dad dreamed of me going to Northern Arizona University, but living eight though feet up and having all that snow in the winter is not something I wanted to experience. I stayed right in Phoenix area and went to Arizona State University. It is in the nearby town of Tempe and has a great business program.

Since housing is relatively inexpensive in the south mountain area and it is still possible to get a large lot or piece of land for a good price, I plan on raising my family in this part of the community. The schools are good and of course there is lots of shopping in downtown Phoenix. There are lots of churches and although I don't go myself, I hope my kids can enjoy some of the activities they offer.

I guess the desert just gets in your system. Cactus and sagebrush can be seen everywhere and there is no lack of sand. People are friendly in the state as a whole and everyone feels welcome in this laid back area. So if anyone loves beautiful sunsets, lots of room and a certain cowboy feeling, this is the place to come. I should know, after all, I am home grown and I am not going anywhere because this is a great place for people of all ages. I am going to kick back and enjoy some sunshine and be glad that my parents raised me in South Mountain. Read Less
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      B- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in South Mountain? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Circle K Park
      Hermoso Park
      Copper Leaf Park Three
      Francisco Highland Park
      Dobbins Creek Community Park
      Copper Leaf Park One
      Copper Leaf Park Two
      Peace Park

      Entertainment

      Performing Arts Center (PAC)
      Ap's Night Club

      Food & Drink

      Quick Corner Liquor
      Crumbl Cookies
      Subway
      Cold Stone Creamery
      Jack in the Box
      Five Guys
      Rosati's
      Rubio's

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in South Mountain? Of all people who commute, 2.9% take public transportation in South Mountain.
      Drive to Work
      74%

      3% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      1% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in South Mountain? The cost of living in South Mountain is 100/100 - which is equal to Arizona.
      South Mountain
      100

      same as average

      Phoenix
      106

      6% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in South Mountain? South Mountain crime rates are 4,206, which are 69% higher than Arizona
      Total Crime
      4,206 per 100k people

      81% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 24

      81% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -2%

      Year over year crime is down

      B- Employment

      What is the median income in South Mountain? The median income in South Mountain is $59,319 which is 16% higher than Arizona.
      Median household income
      $59,3197% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $22,48125% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      22% lower than the US average

      C Health & Safety

      Is South Mountain a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Arizona State Hospital
      North Phoenix Heart Center
      Saint Joseph's Hospital Huger Mercy Living Center
      Select Specialty Hospital - Phoenix
      Quail Run Behavioral Health
      Haven Senior Horizons of Phoenix
      Calvary Healing Center
      Phoenix Memorial Center

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Frys MarketPlace
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walmart Pharmacy

      Doctors

      South Central Famiy Health Center
      Family Medicine And Geriatrics
      Family Medicine
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Phoenix Ultrasound Studio
      Willo MediSpa
      Arizona Pain Treatment Centers
      Trinity Adult Medicine

      A+ Housing

      What are South Mountain home prices? South Mountain home prices are $195,674 - which is 11% higher than Arizona
      Median home value
      $195,6746% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,13419% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      61%

      5% lower than the US average

      F Schools

      Does South Mountain have good schools? The South Mountain graduation rate is 65% - which is 21% lower than Arizona
      High school grad. rates
      65%

      22% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      27%

      43% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      A- User Ratings

      Is South Mountain a good place to live? South Mountain has an overall rating of 80% from 11 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      80%

      11 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      56%

      10 total surveys

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