Paulden CDP, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Paulden CDP, Arizona Demographics
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As of 2026, Paulden CDP, Arizona has a total population of 4,874, the 97th largest city in Arizona, with a median household income of $88,945, which is 16% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Paulden CDP Quick Facts

Population 4,874

Median Household Income $88,945

Median Home Value $344,200

Poverty Rate 11.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.7%

Median Age 56.5 years

Homeownership Rate 85.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.0%

High School Graduation Rate 90.2%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 4,874 97th of 445

Median Income $88,945 top 20%

Poverty Rate 11.9% 4% lower national

Median Home Value $344,200 top 30%

How Paulden CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Paulden CDP

$88,945

$76,872

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Paulden CDP

$344,200

$358,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.8%

$25K-$50K 22.8%

$50K-$100K 16.9%

$100K+ 45.5%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.2% | National: 5.2%

52.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.2%

Renter 14.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.0%

18-34

16.5%

35-54

15.2%

55-74

46.9%

75+

6.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 61 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Paulden CDP Rankings in Arizona

#97 Population of 445

#52 Median Income of 445

#233 Education of 445

#72 Home Value of 445

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Cities Similar to Paulden CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cave Creek town	5,033	$102,589	$791,900	50.0%	8.9%
Eagar town	4,410	$81,667	$231,100	25.5%	9.8%
Thatcher town	5,354	$77,455	$274,400	21.1%	12.3%
Holbrook city	4,834	$61,979	$138,600	11.9%	21.4%
Williamson CDP	6,112	$89,083	$703,000	48.5%	3.6%

Population Overview

Paulden CDP is a small community located in Arizona. The total population is 4,874. It ranks as the 97th most populous out of 445 cities and towns in Arizona.

Age Demographics

The median age in Paulden CDP is 56.5 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Paulden CDP is $88,945. This is 16% higher than the state median of $76,872. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $344,200. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $358,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Paulden CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.5%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.4%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

13.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 32.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Paulden CDP, Arizona is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Arizona state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 445 Census-designated places in Arizona. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Paulden CDP, Arizona?

Paulden CDP, Arizona has a population of 4,874 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Paulden CDP, AZ?

The median household income in Paulden CDP is $88,945, which is 13% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Paulden CDP, AZ?

The poverty rate in Paulden CDP is 11.9%. This means approximately 581 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Paulden CDP, Arizona?

Paulden CDP's population is 79.4% White, 0.1% Black, 16.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Paulden CDP, AZ?

The median home value in Paulden CDP is $344,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Paulden CDP, Arizona?

13.0% of adults (25+) in Paulden CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.