El Mirage, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, El Mirage, Arizona had a total population of 36,088, the 32nd largest city in Arizona, with a median household income of $78,050, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
El Mirage Quick Facts
How El Mirage 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 | 35,823 | 36,088 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $74,764 | $78,050 | +4.4% |
| Median home value | $282,000 | $321,900 | +14.1% |
How El Mirage 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
El Mirage Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Maricopa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | 1,642,323 | $81,332 | 13.7% | $420,700 |
| Mesa | 511,764 | $82,752 | 10.3% | $408,000 |
| Gilbert | 280,262 | $122,551 | 5.3% | $575,100 |
| Chandler | 280,136 | $108,095 | 7.9% | $507,800 |
| Glendale | 252,833 | $73,530 | 15.1% | $387,500 |
| Scottsdale | 243,821 | $110,886 | 7.3% | $789,800 |
| Peoria | 196,906 | $95,815 | 8.4% | $463,600 |
| Tempe | 188,065 | $79,663 | 15.8% | $455,400 |
| Surprise | 154,948 | $96,711 | 8.6% | $435,100 |
| Goodyear | 107,645 | $103,319 | 5.3% | $471,300 |
Cities Similar to El Mirage
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahuarita | 35,862 | $104,680 | $364,300 | 44.0% | 8.6% |
| Kingman | 34,375 | $61,792 | $267,700 | 20.0% | 14.3% |
| San Luis | 37,337 | $59,400 | $224,900 | 9.3% | 18.1% |
| Sun City | 37,486 | $54,586 | $280,900 | 26.0% | 11.2% |
| Apache Junction | 41,058 | $60,975 | $211,500 | 18.1% | 10.6% |
Population Overview
El Mirage is a mid-sized community located in Arizona, within Maricopa County. The total population is 36,088. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in El Mirage is 32.7 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in El Mirage is $78,050. This is 2% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $321,900. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $394,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 69.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in El Mirage is Hispanic or Latino, making up 49.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (7.3% vs 4.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (49.3% vs 31.4%). The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.5%.
Education
15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 81.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for El Mirage, 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 El Mirage, Arizona?
El Mirage, Arizona has a population of 36,088 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in El Mirage, AZ?
The median household income in El Mirage is $78,050, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in El Mirage, AZ?
The poverty rate in El Mirage is 12.5%. This means approximately 4,480 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of El Mirage, Arizona?
El Mirage's population is 31.8% White, 7.3% Black, 49.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in El Mirage, AZ?
The median home value in El Mirage is $321,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is El Mirage, Arizona?
15.8% of adults (25+) in El Mirage hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.