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Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale · Maricopa County · AZ 85260
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$594K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.9/10
Schools
33 min
to Downtown Phoenix
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
79/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Scottsdale 85260 offers solid schools, a high median income and a low flood risk, but it’s a car‑centric, hot desert suburb with limited walkability and high cost of living. If you value upscale amenities and are okay with a car and extreme heat, it can work, but if you want a lively, walkable neighborhood or lower housing costs, you might want to look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓High quality public schools with a 7.9 average rating
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X) and very low violent crime
- ✓Strong median household income and solid home values
- ✓Excellent dining and nightlife options within a short drive
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 0 – nearly all errands require a car
- !Extreme summer heat can make outdoor activities unpleasant for most of the year
- !High cost of living: housing, utilities, and insurance are above the national average
- !Limited public transit options and heavy traffic on commute routes
- $Annual HOA fees and high property taxes
- $Water and electricity bills rise during the hot season
- $Insurance premiums for desert landscaping and extreme weather
Best For
Affluent familiesProfessional remote workersDog owners who enjoy bike trailsPeople who prioritize good schools
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Scottsdale, 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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