Chandler, AZ Census Data
The 4th largest city in Arizona by population · 23 cities ranked
Chandler is the 4th largest city in Arizona by population and ranks 6th of 23 for median household income. With 278,123 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 12 other Arizona cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
278,123
50.2% male · 49.8% female
Median Age
37.4
1.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$103,691
$25,153 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
46.8%
11.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 93.7%
Poverty Rate
7.7%
4.7% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.1%
Broadband Access
98.4%
8.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$469,800
Median rent: $1,806 · 66% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
Labor force participation: 68.6%
Per Capita Income
$56,670
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.4%
Disability rate: 9.8%
How Chandler Compares to Other Arizona Cities
Rankings among all 23 Arizona cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 4th of 23 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 6th of 23 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 11th of 23 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 7th of 23 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 6th of 23 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Chandler, AZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chandler, AZ?
The population of Chandler, AZ is 278,123 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.4 years.
What is the median household income in Chandler?
The median household income in Chandler, AZ is $103,691, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $56,670.
What is the poverty rate in Chandler?
The poverty rate in Chandler, AZ is 7.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Chandler residents have a college degree?
46.8% of adults (25+) in Chandler hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Chandler?
The median home value in Chandler, AZ is $469,800. Median rent is $1,806 per month, with 66% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Chandler?
Chandler's population is 62.6% White, 5.2% Black, 21.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 11.4% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Chandler rank among Arizona cities?
Chandler is the 4th largest city in Arizona by population, the 6th highest for median household income, the 11th lowest for poverty rate, the 7th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 23 ranked Arizona cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Chandler?
The unemployment rate in Chandler, AZ is 3.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 68.6%. Per capita income is $56,670.
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