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Buckeye, AZ
Buckeye · Maricopa County · AZ 85326
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$292K
Median Price
6/100
Walk Score
7.6/10
Schools
46 min
to Downtown Phoenix
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
76/100
D+Quietness
50/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
6/100
WYLT Score53/100
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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