Second Mesa, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Second Mesa, Arizona had a total population of 832, the 222nd largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 44.6%.
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 (44.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 28.9% is notably above the national average.
Second Mesa Quick Facts
How Second Mesa 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 | 1,206 | 832 | -31.0% |
| Median home value | $77,200 | $72,200 | -6.5% |
How Second Mesa 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+)
Second Mesa Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Navajo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Show Low | 12,102 | $60,368 | 12.2% | $299,600 |
| Winslow | 8,773 | $58,346 | 29.8% | $167,600 |
| Snowflake | 6,444 | $76,174 | 14.0% | $271,800 |
| Kayenta | 4,927 | $58,423 | 37.7% | $37,400 |
| Holbrook | 4,858 | $56,502 | 19.8% | $163,600 |
| Whiteriver | 4,545 | $37,440 | 42.2% | $59,500 |
| Taylor | 4,183 | $90,275 | 14.3% | $307,500 |
| Pinetop-Lakeside | 4,101 | $60,694 | 9.0% | $370,800 |
| Heber-Overgaard | 3,621 | $58,542 | 11.8% | $271,200 |
| Lake of the Woods | 3,250 | $55,987 | 12.8% | $272,200 |
Cities Similar to Second Mesa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gila Crossing | 830 | $60,357 | $374,100 | 6.9% | 27.4% |
| Maricopa Colony | 836 | $34,620 | N/A | 7.6% | 47.7% |
| Six Shooter Canyon | 811 | $57,902 | $236,800 | 14.9% | 9.2% |
| Komatke | 809 | N/A | N/A | 22.1% | 10.8% |
| Rainbow City | 807 | $23,311 | $96,200 | 8.5% | 47.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 832, Second Mesa'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
Second Mesa is a small community located in Arizona, within Navajo County. The total population is 832. It ranks as the 222nd most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Second Mesa is 29.9 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.6%. This is 257% 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 28.9%. This is 468% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $72,200. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $394,500. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
5.9% 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 82.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Second Mesa, 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 Second Mesa, Arizona?
Second Mesa, Arizona has a population of 832 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Second Mesa, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Second Mesa — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Second Mesa, AZ?
The poverty rate in Second Mesa is 44.6%. This means approximately 371 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Second Mesa, Arizona?
Second Mesa's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Second Mesa, AZ?
The median home value in Second Mesa is $72,200.
How educated is Second Mesa, Arizona?
5.9% of adults (25+) in Second Mesa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.