Glendale, AZ Census Data
The 6th largest city in Arizona by population · 23 cities ranked
Glendale is the 6th largest city in Arizona by population and ranks 18th of 23 for median household income. With 250,193 residents, its poverty rate of 16.2% 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
250,193
48.9% male · 51.1% female
Median Age
34.5
4.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$70,139
$8,399 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
23.5%
11.5% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.5%
Poverty Rate
16.2%
3.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 13.2%
Broadband Access
94.9%
5.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$347,000
Median rent: $1,397 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
Labor force participation: 60.6%
Per Capita Income
$40,071
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.4%
Disability rate: 15.8%
How Glendale Compares to Other Arizona Cities
Rankings among all 23 Arizona cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 6th of 23 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 18th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 20th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 18th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 18th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Glendale, AZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Glendale, AZ?
The population of Glendale, AZ is 250,193 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.5 years.
What is the median household income in Glendale?
The median household income in Glendale, AZ is $70,139, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $40,071.
What is the poverty rate in Glendale?
The poverty rate in Glendale, AZ is 16.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 13.2% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Glendale residents have a college degree?
23.5% of adults (25+) in Glendale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.5% 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 Glendale?
The median home value in Glendale, AZ is $347,000. Median rent is $1,397 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Glendale?
Glendale's population is 54.4% White, 7.0% Black, 40.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Glendale rank among Arizona cities?
Glendale is the 6th largest city in Arizona by population, the 18th highest for median household income, the 20th lowest for poverty rate, the 18th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 23 ranked Arizona cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Glendale?
The unemployment rate in Glendale, AZ is 5.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.6%. Per capita income is $40,071.
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