Picacho, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Picacho, Arizona had a total population of 297, the 325th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $80,833, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 18.2% is notably above the national average.
Picacho Quick Facts
How Picacho 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 | 320 | 297 | -7.2% |
| Median household income | $78,125 | $80,833 | +3.5% |
How Picacho 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+)
Picacho Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Pinal County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Tan Valley | 109,189 | $96,713 | 8.0% | $410,100 |
| Maricopa | 67,163 | $96,391 | 7.4% | $377,200 |
| Casa Grande | 60,905 | $69,983 | 13.5% | $303,900 |
| Florence | 25,570 | $79,644 | 6.9% | $346,300 |
| Eloy | 17,433 | $55,736 | 23.2% | $255,300 |
| Coolidge | 16,636 | $67,023 | 19.9% | $255,400 |
| Gold Canyon | 13,107 | $93,377 | 3.8% | $508,100 |
| Saddlebrooke | 13,085 | $88,686 | 5.4% | $498,700 |
| Arizona City | 9,543 | $66,420 | 12.6% | $244,100 |
| San Manuel | 3,491 | $48,314 | 22.0% | $119,800 |
Cities Similar to Picacho
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Santan Village | 289 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 15.6% |
| White Hills | 286 | N/A | $241,500 | 6.0% | 10.1% |
| Sacate Village | 283 | N/A | N/A | 40.2% | 51.6% |
| Chuichu | 278 | N/A | $160,200 | 0.0% | 12.2% |
| Aguila | 284 | $72,727 | $423,800 | 25.6% | 5.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 297, Picacho'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
Picacho is a small community located in Arizona, within Pinal County. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 325th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Picacho is 42.7 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 13.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Picacho is $80,833. This is 1% higher than the state median of $79,964. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 18.2%. This is 257% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Picacho is Hispanic or Latino, making up 74.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 19.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (19.9%) is well below the state average of 52.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (74.8% vs 31.4%).
Education
7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 72.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Picacho, 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 Picacho, Arizona?
Picacho, Arizona has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Picacho, AZ?
The median household income in Picacho is $80,833, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Picacho, AZ?
The poverty rate in Picacho is 10.4%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Picacho, Arizona?
Picacho's population is 19.9% White, 0.0% Black, 74.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Picacho, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Picacho — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Picacho, Arizona?
7.1% of adults (25+) in Picacho hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.