Amado, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Amado, Arizona had a total population of 53, the 413th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 45.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (45.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Amado Quick Facts
How Amado Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 41 | 53 | +29.3% |
How Amado Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Amado Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Santa Cruz County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rico | 22,017 | $61,348 | 16.6% | $224,100 |
| Nogales | 19,841 | $43,214 | 28.0% | $186,300 |
| Tubac | 1,294 | $73,359 | 13.4% | $490,800 |
| Patagonia | 946 | $39,891 | 7.5% | $361,500 |
| Sonoita | 663 | $119,792 | 0.0% | $460,300 |
| Elgin | 349 | $90,231 | 1.1% | $356,800 |
| Tumacacori-Carmen | 207 | $55,417 | 18.4% | N/A |
| Kino Springs | 173 | N/A | 18.4% | $207,100 |
| Beyerville | 61 | $65,469 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Amado
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ko Vaya | 53 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kleindale | 52 | $48,786 | N/A | 32.7% | 15.4% |
| Why | 52 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 88.5% |
| Alpine | 55 | N/A | $377,800 | 0.0% | 49.1% |
| Wellton Hills | 49 | $60,875 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 53, Amado's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Amado is a small community located in Arizona, within Santa Cruz County. The total population is 53. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Amado is 92.9 years. This is 138% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 83.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 45.3%. This is 263% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Amado, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Amado is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 45.3%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 54.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Amado, Arizona is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arizona state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 441 Census-designated places in Arizona. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Amado, Arizona?
Amado, Arizona has a population of 53 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Amado, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Amado — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Amado, AZ?
The poverty rate in Amado is 45.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Amado, Arizona?
Amado's population is 54.7% White, 0.0% Black, 45.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Amado, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Amado — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Amado, Arizona?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Amado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.