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Prescott Valley, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Prescott Valley, Arizona had a total population of 49,179, the 24th largest town in Arizona, with a median household income of $74,569, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Prescott Valley Quick Facts

Population 49,179
Median Household Income $74,569
Median Home Value $413,200
Poverty Rate 11.7%
Unemployment Rate 2.8%
Median Age 49.2 years
Homeownership Rate 72.3%
Affordability Ratio 5.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.4%
High School Graduation Rate 91.4%
Diversity Index 42/100
Population 49,179 24th of 441
Median Income $74,569 top 30%
Poverty Rate 11.7% 6% lower than national
Median Home Value $413,200 top 20%

How Prescott Valley Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population48,04849,179+2.4%
Median household income$70,793$74,569+5.3%
Median home value$376,300$413,200+9.8%

How Prescott Valley Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.4%
$25K-$50K 22.0%
$50K-$100K 33.4%
$100K+ 32.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.7%
$10K-$15K
2.8%
$15K-$20K
3.3%
$20K-$25K
3.6%
$25K-$30K
4.2%
$30K-$35K
1.7%
$35K-$40K
4.8%
$40K-$45K
6.1%
$45K-$50K
5.2%
$50K-$60K
6.5%
$60K-$75K
9.2%
$75K-$100K
17.7%
$100K-$125K
11.2%
$125K-$150K
7.1%
$150K-$200K
8.3%
$200K+
5.6%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
53.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.3%
Renter 27.7%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,580/mo 25.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

42out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 62 | National average: 61

Education

Prescott Valley Rankings in Arizona

#24 Population of 441
#95 Median Income of 352
#127 Education of 441
#66 Home Value of 340

Other Cities in Yavapai County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
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
Paulden 4,795 $91,741 12.3% $353,700

Cities Similar to Prescott Valley

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Prescott47,400$70,874$564,10039.9%11.8%
Sierra Vista45,155$70,291$254,20035.0%12.0%
Lake Havasu City58,359$70,148$455,40018.5%14.1%
Oro Valley48,162$107,117$475,70058.0%6.5%
Casa Grande60,905$69,983$303,90021.7%13.5%

Population Overview

Prescott Valley is a mid-sized community located in Arizona, within Yavapai County. The total population is 49,179. It ranks as the 24th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.

Age Demographics

The median age in Prescott Valley is 49.2 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 12.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Prescott Valley is $74,569. This is 7% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $413,200. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $394,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Prescott Valley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.1%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.4%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 3.5%.

Education

24.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 91.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Prescott Valley, 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 Prescott Valley, Arizona?

Prescott Valley, Arizona has a population of 49,179 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Prescott Valley, AZ?

The median household income in Prescott Valley is $74,569, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Prescott Valley, AZ?

The poverty rate in Prescott Valley is 11.7%. This means approximately 5,736 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Prescott Valley, Arizona?

Prescott Valley's population is 73.5% White, 0.6% Black, 20.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Prescott Valley, AZ?

The median home value in Prescott Valley is $413,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.5x.

How educated is Prescott Valley, Arizona?

24.4% of adults (25+) in Prescott Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.