Paulden, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Paulden, Arizona had a total population of 4,795, the 101st largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $91,741, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
Paulden Quick Facts
How Paulden 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 | 4,874 | 4,795 | -1.6% |
| Median household income | $88,945 | $91,741 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $344,200 | $353,700 | +2.8% |
How Paulden 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+)
Paulden Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Yavapai County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley | 49,179 | $74,569 | 11.7% | $413,200 |
| Prescott | 47,400 | $70,874 | 11.8% | $564,100 |
| Chino Valley | 13,602 | $61,237 | 11.4% | $394,700 |
| Cottonwood | 12,580 | $48,448 | 18.6% | $324,100 |
| Camp Verde | 12,521 | $69,203 | 15.5% | $318,100 |
| Verde Village | 11,930 | $69,331 | 13.1% | $354,200 |
| Sedona | 9,777 | $73,738 | 14.0% | $786,800 |
| Village of Oak Creek (Big Park) | 6,356 | $80,878 | 11.9% | $741,100 |
| Williamson | 6,310 | $89,398 | 5.7% | $732,300 |
| Lake Montezuma | 4,929 | $64,455 | 9.7% | $285,200 |
Cities Similar to Paulden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagar | 4,416 | $82,839 | $247,800 | 29.2% | 14.9% |
| Cave Creek | 5,091 | $107,067 | $906,100 | 52.4% | 7.2% |
| Taylor | 4,183 | $90,275 | $307,500 | 28.6% | 14.3% |
| Thatcher | 5,439 | $82,917 | $286,300 | 20.7% | 12.1% |
| Lake Montezuma | 4,929 | $64,455 | $285,200 | 16.4% | 9.7% |
Population Overview
Paulden is a small community located in Arizona, within Yavapai County. The total population is 4,795. It ranks as the 101st most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Paulden is 58.1 years. This is 49% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Paulden is $91,741. This is 15% higher than the state median of $79,964. It is also 14% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $353,700. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $394,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 92.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Paulden is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.6% vs 52.6%). The Black or African American population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 4.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.5%.
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 89.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Paulden, 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 Paulden, Arizona?
Paulden, Arizona has a population of 4,795 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Paulden, AZ?
The median household income in Paulden is $91,741, which is 14% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Paulden, AZ?
The poverty rate in Paulden is 12.3%. This means approximately 589 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Paulden, Arizona?
Paulden's population is 80.6% White, 0.0% Black, 15.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Paulden, AZ?
The median home value in Paulden is $353,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Paulden, Arizona?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Paulden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.