Cordes Lakes, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cordes Lakes, Arizona had a total population of 3,808, the 112th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $61,708, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cordes Lakes Quick Facts
How Cordes Lakes 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 | 3,218 | 3,808 | +18.3% |
| Median household income | $55,691 | $61,708 | +10.8% |
| Median home value | $153,600 | $220,300 | +43.4% |
How Cordes Lakes 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+)
Cordes Lakes 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 Cordes Lakes
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heber-Overgaard | 3,621 | $58,542 | $271,200 | 14.4% | 11.8% |
| Pinetop-Lakeside | 4,101 | $60,694 | $370,800 | 32.1% | 9.0% |
| Clifton | 3,822 | $78,480 | $66,000 | 17.8% | 2.5% |
| Cornville | 3,618 | $72,596 | $367,100 | 38.2% | 6.7% |
| Parker | 3,388 | $66,273 | $300,000 | 22.7% | 12.7% |
Population Overview
Cordes Lakes is a small community located in Arizona, within Yavapai County. The total population is 3,808. It ranks as the 112th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cordes Lakes is 42.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cordes Lakes is $61,708. This is 23% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $220,300. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $394,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 87.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Cordes Lakes is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.4%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 87.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cordes Lakes, 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 Cordes Lakes, Arizona?
Cordes Lakes, Arizona has a population of 3,808 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cordes Lakes, AZ?
The median household income in Cordes Lakes is $61,708, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cordes Lakes, AZ?
The poverty rate in Cordes Lakes is 10.9%. This means approximately 414 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cordes Lakes, Arizona?
Cordes Lakes's population is 71.8% White, 1.4% Black, 21.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cordes Lakes, AZ?
The median home value in Cordes Lakes is $220,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Cordes Lakes, Arizona?
17.8% of adults (25+) in Cordes Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.