When you’re looking for a place to live, you don’t want to settle. That’s why we’ve figured out the best of the best suburbs near
Tucson. We looked at a whole bunch of data to narrow it down to the top 11.
In these suburbs, you’ll find beautiful homes, plenty of amenities, and close-knit communities close to all the action in downtown Tucson.
Let’s take a look at the winners.
Key Stats:
- Total crimes per 100k: 1,379
- Unemployment rate: 4.6 percent
- Total amenities: 367
Sahuarita kicks off our list of the best Tucson suburbs to live in with some of the lowest crime and unemployment rates of any place we ranked. Home buyers will find spacious Mediterranean style homes on large lots.
Active residents will love fishing, picnics by the water, and peaceful strolls through Sahuarita Lake Park. Get to know new neighbors and enjoy local talent at community events like Fiesta Sahuarita.
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $71,950
- High school graduation rate: 96 percent
The scenic Tucson suburb of Oro Valley comes in second on our list with modern townhomes, spacious Mediterranean style homes, and contemporary homes for potential buyers.
Foodies can grab fresh local produce at the Oro Valley Farmers Market, while golf enthusiasts hit the links at El Conquistador Country Club. Active residents will love hiking, camping, and mountain views at the neighboring Catalina State Park, and avid readers can check out a new book at the Oro Valley Public Library.
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $79,135
- High school graduation rate: 97 percent
- Median home price: $429,100
Home buyers in the scenic Catalina Foothills have a range of options to choose from, including modest ranch style homes, spacious Mediterranean houses, and contemporary style homes.
Nature lovers will enjoy hiking the scenic and challenging trails at Sabino Canyon, or strolling along the water at Rillito River Park. Grab fresh local produce at the Rillito Park Farmers Market, or hit the links at the Skyline Country Club.
Key Stats:
- Average commute time: 22 minutes
- Total amenities: 863
Green Valley is tied for fourth on our list of the best Tucson suburbs. Home buyers will find plenty of modest ranch style homes as well as spacious Mediterranean houses.
Avid readers can check out a new book or attend an event at the Joyner-Green Valley Library, while nature lovers enjoy a picnic and a stroll at Desert Meadows Park.
4. Tanque Verde (tie)
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $93,382
- Total crimes per 100k: 1,583
Home buyers searching in the scenic suburb of Tanque Verde will find a range of options, including ranch, Mediterranean, and contemporary style homes on large private lots.
Active residents will love hiking, camping, and mountain climbing near Tanque Verde Peak, or a stroll and picnic in the scenic Agua Caliente Park. Avid readers can check out a new book at the Kirk-Bear Canyon Library.
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $87,649
- Unemployment rate: 3.5 percent
Corona De Tucson is tied for sixth on our list with one of the lowest unemployment rates of any place we ranked. Home buyers will find spacious Mediterranean style homes.
This small town’s peaceful suburban streets and population of just fewer than 7,000 is perfect for home buyers looking for a close-knit community. Residents can grab a bite to eat at a mom and pop restaurant, or drive to Tucson in less than 40 minutes for more nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
Key Stats:
- Median household income: $73,149
- Total amenities: 460
Marana is also tied for sixth on our list with plenty of amenities for residents to enjoy. Home buyers will find spacious Mediterranean and contemporary style homes on large private lots.
Nature lovers will enjoy hiking and wildlife watching at the scenic Tortolita Mountain Park, while golf enthusiasts hit the links at The Gallery Golf Club. Avid readers can check out a new book at the Geasa Marana Branch Library.
Key Stats:
- High school graduation rate: 96 percent
- Unemployment rate: 4.9 percent
- Total crimes per 100k: 1,361
The small active adult community of Saddlebrook comes in eighth on our list with one of the lowest crime rates of any place we ranked. Home buyers will find spacious Mediterranean style homes.
Golf enthusiasts can hit the links at the SaddleBrooke One golf course or the Mountain View Country Club. Active residents can hike, camp, and enjoy mountain views in the neighboring Santa Catalina Natural Area.
Key Stats:
- Average commute time: 28 minutes
- Total amenities: 23
Home buyers in the peaceful small town of Catalina have a range of options to choose from, including spacious Mediterranean style homes and modest ranch style homes.
Avid readers can check out a new book at the Dewhirst Catalina Library, while nature lovers can explore the neighboring Santa Catalina Natural Area or enjoy a picnic in Catalina Regional Park.
10. Casas Adobes (tie)
Key Stats:
- Average commute time: 24 minutes
- Median household income: $56,701
Casas Adobes is tied for tenth on our list with one of the lowest commute times of any place we ranked, and plenty of spacious Mediterranean and ranch style homes for potential home buyers.
Golf enthusiasts can hit the links at the Omni Tucson National Resort, while avid readers check out a new book at Nanini Library. Residents also enjoy convenient shopping from brand name retailers at Foothills Mall.
Key Stats:
- Total crimes per 100k: 1,794
- Total amenities: 117
The small town of Oracle rounds out our list of the best Tucson suburbs to live in. Home buyers will find spacious Mediterranean and farmhouse style homes on large lots.
With a population of just over 4,000, it’s easy to get to know your neighbors. Active and nature loving residents can plan a weekend camping trip, hike, or watch for wildlife at the neighboring Santa Catalina Natural Area and Mount Lemmon.
Our Methodology
To figure out which Tucson suburbs would make the cut, we took a look at the following criteria:
- Amenities per capita
- Standard of living (cost of living, median home value, median rent, median household income, and high school graduation rate)
- Total crimes per 100k
- Unemployment rate
- Average commute time
We ranked each suburb in the above categories and averaged the scores. The suburbs with the lowest overall scores made our list of the best Tucson suburbs to live in.
To see how the rest of the suburbs we ranked measured up, check out the table below:
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