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Queen Creek, AZ
Queen Creek · AZ 85140
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$700K
Median Price
3/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
63 min
to Phoenix
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
80/100
B-Quietness
70/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
3/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
Queen Creek offers a solid, family‑friendly environment with a growing economy and good schools. The commute to Phoenix is long and public transit is scarce, but the low flood risk and affordable lifestyle compared to the city make it a comfortable choice for many.
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The Good
- ✓Strong local school district
- ✓Low flood risk and reliable utilities
- ✓Rapid employment growth in tech and healthcare
- ✓Abundant outdoor recreation and parks
Real Talk
- !Commute to downtown Phoenix is over an hour and mostly by car
- !Limited walkability and public transit options
- !High housing cost relative to many surrounding suburbs
- !Nightlife and cultural venues are sparse
- $Higher property taxes for new home buyers
- $HOA fees in newer developments can add $200-400/month
- $Water and electricity bills can be higher than the state average due to desert climate
Best For
Families with school‑goersRemote workers seeking a quieter baseRetirees looking for outdoor lifestyleYoung professionals attracted by job growth
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Queen Creek, AZ
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer 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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