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Buckeye, AZ
Buckeye · Maricopa County · AZ 85326
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$373K
Median Price
23/100
Walk Score
8.3/10
Schools
46 min
to Downtown Phoenix
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
83/100
D+Quietness
50/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
23/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Buckeye offers decent home values and solid schools, but the walk score is near zero and public transit is basically nonexistent. A car is a must and the commute to downtown Phoenix takes almost an hour. It can work for families looking for affordable suburban living, but the lack of amenities and traffic concerns mean you need to weigh the trade‑offs carefully.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable median home price relative to Phoenix
- ✓Strong average school rating (7.6/10)
- ✓Low flood risk (X zone)
- ✓Large community with plenty of families
Real Talk
- !Walk score 6 means almost all errands require a car
- !Commute to downtown Phoenix is 46 minutes – traffic can add 10–15 minutes
- !Limited public transit and bike infrastructure
- !Border patrol activity reported may signal increased security presence and traffic
- $High car maintenance and fuel costs in a car‑centric area
- $Higher utility bills due to extreme summer heat
- $Potential for increased insurance premiums from high population density
Best For
Families with childrenAffordable suburban livingCommuters to PhoenixRemote workers needing a spacious home
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Buckeye, AZ
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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