Poston, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Poston, Arizona had a total population of 105, the 386th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 67.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (67.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Poston Quick Facts
How Poston 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 | 168 | 105 | -37.5% |
How Poston Compares
Median Household Income
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Employment
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Poston Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in La Paz County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parker | 3,388 | $66,273 | 12.7% | $300,000 |
| Cienega Springs | 1,958 | $46,575 | 20.1% | $191,900 |
| Quartzsite | 1,877 | N/A | 20.0% | N/A |
| Bouse | 1,203 | $47,691 | 8.9% | $139,700 |
| Bluewater | 897 | $68,750 | 16.3% | $147,500 |
| Parker Strip | 861 | $56,806 | 7.9% | $221,400 |
| Brenda | 780 | $53,125 | 5.6% | $66,700 |
| Salome | 730 | $79,960 | 2.2% | $117,400 |
| Ehrenberg | 697 | $39,143 | 61.3% | N/A |
| La Paz Valley | 579 | $49,306 | 7.2% | $222,200 |
Cities Similar to Poston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaibab | 105 | $31,591 | $113,600 | 11.1% | 47.6% |
| Hard Rock | 106 | N/A | N/A | 5.5% | 80.2% |
| Sweet Water Village | 106 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Cutter | 103 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Franklin | 103 | $79,327 | $115,400 | 6.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 105, Poston'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
Poston is a small community located in Arizona, within La Paz County. The total population is 105. It ranks as the 386th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Poston is 13.8 years. This is 65% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 57.1% of the population under 18, Poston has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 67.6%. This is 442% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Poston, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Poston was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
Poston is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.6%) is well below the state average of 31.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Poston, 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 Poston, Arizona?
Poston, Arizona has a population of 105 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Poston, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Poston — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Poston, AZ?
The poverty rate in Poston is 67.6%. This means approximately 71 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Poston, Arizona?
Poston's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 7.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Poston, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Poston — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Poston, Arizona?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Poston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.