Congress, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Congress, Arizona had a total population of 1,491, the 179th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $57,159, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Congress Quick Facts
How Congress 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 | 1,700 | 1,491 | -12.3% |
| Median household income | $62,083 | $57,159 | -7.9% |
| Median home value | $247,800 | $249,600 | +0.7% |
How Congress 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+)
Congress Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Yavapai County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley | 49,179 | $74,569 | 11.7% | $413,200 |
| Prescott | 47,400 | $70,874 | 11.8% | $564,100 |
| Chino Valley | 13,602 | $61,237 | 11.4% | $394,700 |
| Cottonwood | 12,580 | $48,448 | 18.6% | $324,100 |
| Camp Verde | 12,521 | $69,203 | 15.5% | $318,100 |
| Verde Village | 11,930 | $69,331 | 13.1% | $354,200 |
| Sedona | 9,777 | $73,738 | 14.0% | $786,800 |
| Village of Oak Creek (Big Park) | 6,356 | $80,878 | 11.9% | $741,100 |
| Williamson | 6,310 | $89,398 | 5.7% | $732,300 |
| Lake Montezuma | 4,929 | $64,455 | 9.7% | $285,200 |
Cities Similar to Congress
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cactus Flats | 1,508 | $58,021 | $313,700 | 4.1% | 11.6% |
| First Mesa | 1,459 | $57,889 | $48,300 | 10.5% | 17.3% |
| Gila Bend | 1,363 | $52,254 | $116,200 | 8.7% | 12.2% |
| Huachuca City | 1,614 | $50,625 | $126,300 | 14.0% | 20.2% |
| LeChee | 1,307 | $61,731 | $86,100 | 9.0% | 15.1% |
Population Overview
Congress is a small community located in Arizona, within Yavapai County. The total population is 1,491. It ranks as the 179th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Congress is 69.2 years. This is 77% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 8.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Congress is $57,159. This is 29% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Congress, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $249,600. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $394,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 94.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Congress has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.5% vs 52.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 31.4%.
Education
18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 33.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Congress, 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 Congress, Arizona?
Congress, Arizona has a population of 1,491 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Congress, AZ?
The median household income in Congress is $57,159, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Congress, AZ?
The poverty rate in Congress is 16.0%. This means approximately 239 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Congress, Arizona?
Congress's population is 89.5% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Congress, AZ?
The median home value in Congress is $249,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Congress, Arizona?
18.3% of adults (25+) in Congress hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.