Cibola, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cibola, Arizona had a total population of 245, the 339th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 70.2%.
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 (70.2%), 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%.
Cibola Quick Facts
How Cibola 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 | 213 | 245 | +15.0% |
| Median home value | $37,600 | $45,600 | +21.3% |
How Cibola 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cibola Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in La Paz County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parker | 3,388 | $66,273 | 12.7% | $300,000 |
| Cienega Springs | 1,958 | $46,575 | 20.1% | $191,900 |
| Quartzsite | 1,877 | N/A | 20.0% | N/A |
| Bouse | 1,203 | $47,691 | 8.9% | $139,700 |
| Bluewater | 897 | $68,750 | 16.3% | $147,500 |
| Parker Strip | 861 | $56,806 | 7.9% | $221,400 |
| Brenda | 780 | $53,125 | 5.6% | $66,700 |
| Salome | 730 | $79,960 | 2.2% | $117,400 |
| Ehrenberg | 697 | $39,143 | 61.3% | N/A |
| La Paz Valley | 579 | $49,306 | 7.2% | $222,200 |
Cities Similar to Cibola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McNeal | 246 | $75,357 | $114,300 | 28.7% | 27.2% |
| San Simon | 244 | $41,111 | $43,700 | 5.0% | 22.1% |
| Vernon | 247 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Deer Creek | 242 | $39,883 | $376,100 | 10.4% | 15.3% |
| Carrizo | 249 | $31,481 | N/A | 10.0% | 92.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 245, Cibola'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
Cibola is a small community located in Arizona, within La Paz County. The total population is 245. It ranks as the 339th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cibola is 86.6 years. This is 122% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 58.0% 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 70.2%. This is 463% 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 Cibola, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $45,600. Housing costs are 88% lower than the state median of $394,500. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Cibola was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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 55.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cibola, 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 Cibola, Arizona?
Cibola, Arizona has a population of 245 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cibola, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cibola — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cibola, AZ?
The poverty rate in Cibola is 70.2%. This means approximately 172 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cibola, Arizona?
Cibola's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cibola, AZ?
The median home value in Cibola is $45,600.
How educated is Cibola, Arizona?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Cibola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.