While community can mean many things to different people, there are certainly some very important components of any successful community which include a strong commitment to education. Cave Creek and Carefree area residents are fortunate to have so many people committed to strong educational opportunities for both children and adults. The Cave Creek Unified School District is always among the best for student achievement in Maricopa County using state testing data.
The Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain location has been a large part of the Community offering high quality instruction at affordable rates. Many of the class credits earned at PVCC can be transferred to other higher education institutions as it is part of the Maricopa County Community College District. Additionally, PVCC at Black mountain offers many types of new learning experiences each semester through its continuing education, workforce development, and community programs.
Cave Creek – Carefree Community Facts:
Population (2018 estimate):
Cave Creek, 5,760; Carefree, 3,876
Elevation:
Cave Creek, 2,126; Carefree, 2,383
Real Estate Median Sales Price:
Cave Creek, $620k;
Carefree, $807k
(both based on Aug 2020 information)