Peridot, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Peridot, Arizona had a total population of 999, the 208th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $34,375, which is 57% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 33.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 57% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 3.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 22.8% is notably above the national average.
Peridot Quick Facts
How Peridot 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 | 1,141 | 999 | -12.4% |
| Median household income | $44,083 | $34,375 | -22.0% |
How Peridot 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Peridot Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Gila County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payson | 16,622 | $67,710 | 11.0% | $382,400 |
| Globe | 7,195 | $69,170 | 16.4% | $206,700 |
| San Carlos | 4,973 | $56,302 | 40.4% | $67,200 |
| Central Heights-Midland City | 2,909 | $61,400 | 22.5% | $120,600 |
| Star Valley | 2,525 | $65,426 | 6.2% | $176,400 |
| Tonto Basin | 1,750 | $50,762 | 19.4% | $269,100 |
| Pine | 1,740 | $59,432 | 5.8% | $468,700 |
| Miami | 1,405 | $40,875 | 26.5% | $78,100 |
| Claypool | 1,259 | $57,900 | 21.8% | $118,000 |
| Canyon Day | 1,182 | $36,207 | 40.2% | $58,300 |
Cities Similar to Peridot
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tombstone | 1,026 | $34,901 | $182,600 | 16.9% | 15.5% |
| Duncan | 969 | $33,529 | $139,000 | 13.5% | 36.5% |
| Shongopovi | 1,084 | N/A | $81,300 | 0.0% | 52.8% |
| Queen Valley | 1,118 | N/A | $223,200 | 58.6% | 8.4% |
| Patagonia | 946 | $39,891 | $361,500 | 43.6% | 7.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 999, Peridot'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
Peridot is a small community located in Arizona, within Gila County. The total population is 999. It ranks as the 208th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Peridot is 44.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Peridot is $34,375. This is 57% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 57% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 33.8%. This is 171% 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 unemployment rate is 22.8%. This is 347% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Peridot is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 52.6%.
Education
3.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 89% 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 59.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Peridot, 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 Peridot, Arizona?
Peridot, Arizona has a population of 999 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Peridot, AZ?
The median household income in Peridot is $34,375, which is 57% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Peridot, AZ?
The poverty rate in Peridot is 33.8%. This means approximately 338 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Peridot, Arizona?
Peridot's population is 1.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Peridot, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Peridot — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Peridot, Arizona?
3.7% of adults (25+) in Peridot hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.