Cottonwood, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cottonwood, Arizona had a total population of 149, the 373rd largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 22.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 26.2% is notably above the national average.
Cottonwood Quick Facts
How Cottonwood 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 | 122 | 149 | +22.1% |
| Median home value | $57,000 | $50,800 | -10.9% |
How Cottonwood 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+)
Cottonwood Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Apache County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagar | 4,416 | $82,839 | 14.9% | $247,800 |
| Chinle | 4,147 | $53,239 | 28.4% | $39,200 |
| St. Johns | 3,395 | $131,968 | 4.8% | $203,400 |
| Fort Defiance | 3,351 | $56,045 | 13.3% | $37,400 |
| Window Rock | 2,477 | $55,694 | 24.9% | $84,900 |
| Springerville | 2,008 | $49,051 | 8.5% | $202,200 |
| Lukachukai | 1,969 | $37,011 | 35.0% | $51,400 |
| Tsaile | 1,696 | $48,819 | 46.2% | $46,700 |
| St. Michaels | 1,142 | $65,556 | 13.9% | $202,500 |
| Many Farms | 876 | $32,981 | 36.9% | $56,900 |
Cities Similar to Cottonwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whispering Pines | 151 | $72,986 | $400,000 | 26.5% | 0.0% |
| Wintersburg | 152 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 19.7% |
| Chiawuli Tak | 146 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Mormon Lake | 153 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 9.8% |
| Top-of-the-World | 142 | N/A | $9,999 | 11.6% | 46.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 149, Cottonwood'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
Cottonwood is a small community located in Arizona, within Apache County. The total population is 149. It ranks as the 373rd most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cottonwood is 55.7 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 22.1%. This is 77% 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 unemployment rate is 26.2%. This is 415% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $50,800. Housing costs are 87% lower than the state median of $394,500. 30.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 55% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 89.3%. Notably, 25.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cottonwood, 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 Cottonwood, Arizona?
Cottonwood, Arizona has a population of 149 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cottonwood, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cottonwood — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cottonwood, AZ?
The poverty rate in Cottonwood is 22.1%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cottonwood, Arizona?
Cottonwood's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cottonwood, AZ?
The median home value in Cottonwood is $50,800.
How educated is Cottonwood, Arizona?
25.9% of adults (25+) in Cottonwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.