Fort Apache, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fort Apache, Arizona had a total population of 130, the 379th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 77.7%.
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 (77.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Fort Apache Quick Facts
How Fort Apache 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 | 239 | 130 | -45.6% |
How Fort Apache 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+)
Fort Apache Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Navajo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Show Low | 12,102 | $60,368 | 12.2% | $299,600 |
| Winslow | 8,773 | $58,346 | 29.8% | $167,600 |
| Snowflake | 6,444 | $76,174 | 14.0% | $271,800 |
| Kayenta | 4,927 | $58,423 | 37.7% | $37,400 |
| Holbrook | 4,858 | $56,502 | 19.8% | $163,600 |
| Whiteriver | 4,545 | $37,440 | 42.2% | $59,500 |
| Taylor | 4,183 | $90,275 | 14.3% | $307,500 |
| Pinetop-Lakeside | 4,101 | $60,694 | 9.0% | $370,800 |
| Heber-Overgaard | 3,621 | $58,542 | 11.8% | $271,200 |
| Lake of the Woods | 3,250 | $55,987 | 12.8% | $272,200 |
Cities Similar to Fort Apache
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truxton | 134 | $33,148 | $98,800 | 0.0% | 34.3% |
| Wahak Hotrontk | 125 | N/A | $131,300 | 0.0% | 16.8% |
| Tonto Village | 123 | $122,604 | $336,100 | 29.0% | 0.0% |
| Morristown | 138 | $59,911 | $490,000 | 11.9% | 0.0% |
| Seba Dalkai | 141 | $60,313 | N/A | 6.9% | 17.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 130, Fort Apache'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
Fort Apache is a small community located in Arizona, within Navajo County. The total population is 130. It ranks as the 379th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fort Apache is 32.1 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 44.6% of the population under 18, Fort Apache has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 77.7%. This is 523% 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 Fort Apache, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 81.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fort Apache is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (6.2%) is well below the state average of 52.6%.
Education
11.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 73.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fort Apache, 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 Fort Apache, Arizona?
Fort Apache, Arizona has a population of 130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fort Apache, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fort Apache — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fort Apache, AZ?
The poverty rate in Fort Apache is 77.7%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fort Apache, Arizona?
Fort Apache's population is 6.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fort Apache, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Fort Apache — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Fort Apache, Arizona?
11.9% of adults (25+) in Fort Apache hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.