Flagstaff, AZ Census Data
The 16th largest city in Arizona by population · 23 cities ranked
Flagstaff is the 16th largest city in Arizona by population and ranks 19th of 23 for median household income. With 76,333 residents, its poverty rate of 19.4% ranks among the higher rates in Arizona. 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
76,333
49.6% male · 50.4% female
Median Age
26.0
12.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$68,041
$10,497 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
51.8%
16.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 95.7%
Poverty Rate
19.4%
7.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.1%
Broadband Access
97.4%
7.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$503,400
Median rent: $1,555 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
Labor force participation: 61.6%
Per Capita Income
$29,395
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.5%
Disability rate: 11.3%
How Flagstaff Compares to Other Arizona Cities
Rankings among all 23 Arizona cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 16th of 23 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 19th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 23rd of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 3rd of 23 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 5th of 23 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Flagstaff, AZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Flagstaff, AZ?
The population of Flagstaff, AZ is 76,333 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 26.0 years.
What is the median household income in Flagstaff?
The median household income in Flagstaff, AZ is $68,041, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $29,395.
What is the poverty rate in Flagstaff?
The poverty rate in Flagstaff, AZ is 19.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Flagstaff residents have a college degree?
51.8% of adults (25+) in Flagstaff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 95.7% 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 Flagstaff?
The median home value in Flagstaff, AZ is $503,400. Median rent is $1,555 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Flagstaff?
Flagstaff's population is 64.6% White, 2.0% Black, 19.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Flagstaff rank among Arizona cities?
Flagstaff is the 16th largest city in Arizona by population, the 19th highest for median household income, the 23rd lowest for poverty rate, the 3rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 23 ranked Arizona cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Flagstaff?
The unemployment rate in Flagstaff, AZ is 6.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.6%. Per capita income is $29,395.
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