Maish Vaya, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Maish Vaya, Arizona had a total population of 38, the 425th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 44.7%.
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 (44.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Maish Vaya Quick Facts
How Maish Vaya 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 | 48 | 38 | -20.8% |
How Maish Vaya 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+)
Maish Vaya Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Pima County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson | 547,073 | $57,073 | 18.9% | $266,200 |
| Casas Adobes | 72,059 | $83,683 | 6.6% | $343,400 |
| Marana | 56,938 | $112,606 | 4.9% | $413,800 |
| Catalina Foothills | 52,593 | $115,304 | 4.5% | $652,000 |
| Oro Valley | 48,162 | $107,117 | 6.5% | $475,700 |
| Sahuarita | 35,862 | $104,680 | 8.6% | $364,300 |
| Drexel Heights | 27,675 | $73,508 | 14.6% | $250,100 |
| Green Valley | 22,114 | $62,063 | 7.7% | $293,500 |
| Flowing Wells | 16,559 | $39,774 | 24.0% | $41,100 |
| Vail | 16,315 | $130,904 | 4.3% | $414,600 |
Cities Similar to Maish Vaya
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flowing Springs | 38 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Arlington | 37 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Oxbow Estates | 44 | N/A | $645,800 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Buckshot | 45 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 0.0% |
| Hunter Creek | 45 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 38, Maish Vaya'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
Maish Vaya is a small community located in Arizona, within Pima County. The total population is 38. It ranks as the 425th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Maish Vaya is 52.9 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.7%. This is 258% 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 Maish Vaya, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 65.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Maish Vaya, 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 Maish Vaya, Arizona?
Maish Vaya, Arizona has a population of 38 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Maish Vaya, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Maish Vaya — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Maish Vaya, AZ?
The poverty rate in Maish Vaya is 44.7%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Maish Vaya, Arizona?
Maish Vaya's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Maish Vaya, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Maish Vaya — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Maish Vaya, Arizona?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Maish Vaya hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.