Pirtleville, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pirtleville, Arizona had a total population of 1,939, the 155th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $48,589, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 30.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (30.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 6.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Unemployment rate of 16.4% is notably above the national average.
Pirtleville Quick Facts
How Pirtleville 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 | 1,869 | 1,939 | +3.7% |
| Median household income | $49,022 | $48,589 | -0.9% |
| Median home value | $75,500 | $90,200 | +19.5% |
How Pirtleville 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+)
Pirtleville Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Cochise County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista | 45,155 | $70,291 | 12.0% | $254,200 |
| Douglas | 15,981 | $42,019 | 27.8% | $157,700 |
| Sierra Vista Southeast | 14,330 | $75,417 | 8.0% | $258,800 |
| Benson | 5,417 | $49,346 | 12.1% | $148,900 |
| Bisbee | 4,977 | $47,613 | 15.2% | $216,700 |
| Willcox | 3,222 | $43,929 | 19.3% | $158,500 |
| Whetstone | 2,971 | $51,625 | 26.9% | $213,900 |
| Mescal | 1,760 | $55,417 | 12.4% | $191,300 |
| Huachuca City | 1,614 | $50,625 | 20.2% | $126,300 |
| St. David | 1,098 | $53,188 | 9.1% | $154,200 |
Cities Similar to Pirtleville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sells | 1,935 | N/A | N/A | 8.1% | 49.5% |
| Blackwater | 1,958 | N/A | $256,000 | 3.9% | 31.9% |
| Cienega Springs | 1,958 | $46,575 | $191,900 | 13.6% | 20.1% |
| Quartzsite | 1,877 | N/A | N/A | 23.5% | 20.0% |
| Springerville | 2,008 | $49,051 | $202,200 | 23.4% | 8.5% |
Population Overview
Pirtleville is a small community located in Arizona, within Cochise County. The total population is 1,939. It ranks as the 155th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pirtleville is 31.5 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pirtleville is $48,589. This is 39% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 40% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 30.5%. This is 145% 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 16.4%. This is 222% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $90,200. Housing costs are 77% lower than the state median of $394,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Pirtleville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Pirtleville was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
6.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 43.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pirtleville, 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 Pirtleville, Arizona?
Pirtleville, Arizona has a population of 1,939 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pirtleville, AZ?
The median household income in Pirtleville is $48,589, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pirtleville, AZ?
The poverty rate in Pirtleville is 30.5%. This means approximately 592 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pirtleville, Arizona?
Pirtleville's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pirtleville, AZ?
The median home value in Pirtleville is $90,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Pirtleville, Arizona?
6.1% of adults (25+) in Pirtleville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.