Rye, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rye, Arizona had a total population of 17, the 434th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
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 (100.0%), 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%.
Rye Quick Facts
How Rye 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 | 22 | 17 | -22.7% |
How Rye Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
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+)
Rye 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 Rye
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ali Chuk | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Ak Chin | 22 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cowlic | 25 | N/A | N/A | 48.0% | 48.0% |
| Valentine | 25 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | 27.3% |
| El Capitan | 28 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 17, Rye'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
Rye is a small community located in Arizona, within Gila County. The total population is 17. It ranks as the 434th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 701% 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.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Rye was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). 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
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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rye, 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 Rye, Arizona?
Rye, Arizona has a population of 17 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rye, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rye — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rye, AZ?
The poverty rate in Rye is 100.0%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rye, Arizona?
Rye's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rye, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rye — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rye, Arizona?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Rye hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.