Phoenix, AZ Census Data
The largest city in Arizona by population · 23 cities ranked
Phoenix is the largest city in Arizona by population and ranks 17th of 23 for median household income. With 1.6M residents, its poverty rate of 14.3% 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
1.6M
50.2% male · 49.8% female
Median Age
34.8
3.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$77,041
$1,497 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
32.3%
2.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.4%
Poverty Rate
14.3%
1.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 14.5%
Broadband Access
96.3%
6.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$381,900
Median rent: $1,458 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Labor force participation: 64.5%
Per Capita Income
$43,488
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.4%
Disability rate: 11.5%
How Phoenix Compares to Other Arizona Cities
Rankings among all 23 Arizona cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 1st of 23 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 17th of 23 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 18th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 12th of 23 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 13th of 23 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Phoenix, AZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Phoenix, AZ?
The population of Phoenix, AZ is 1.6M according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.8 years.
What is the median household income in Phoenix?
The median household income in Phoenix, AZ is $77,041, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $43,488.
What is the poverty rate in Phoenix?
The poverty rate in Phoenix, AZ is 14.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 14.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Phoenix residents have a college degree?
32.3% of adults (25+) in Phoenix hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.4% 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 Phoenix?
The median home value in Phoenix, AZ is $381,900. Median rent is $1,458 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Phoenix?
Phoenix's population is 53.7% White, 7.8% Black, 41.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Phoenix rank among Arizona cities?
Phoenix is the 1st largest city in Arizona by population, the 17th highest for median household income, the 18th lowest for poverty rate, the 12th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 23 ranked Arizona cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Phoenix?
The unemployment rate in Phoenix, AZ is 5.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 64.5%. Per capita income is $43,488.