Sehili, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sehili, Arizona had a total population of 229, the 346th largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $28,333, which is 65% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 50.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 65% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (50.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 43.9% is notably above the national average.
Sehili Quick Facts
How Sehili 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 | 190 | 229 | +20.5% |
| Median household income | $20,729 | $28,333 | +36.7% |
How Sehili 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+)
Sehili Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Apache County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagar | 4,416 | $82,839 | 14.9% | $247,800 |
| Chinle | 4,147 | $53,239 | 28.4% | $39,200 |
| St. Johns | 3,395 | $131,968 | 4.8% | $203,400 |
| Fort Defiance | 3,351 | $56,045 | 13.3% | $37,400 |
| Window Rock | 2,477 | $55,694 | 24.9% | $84,900 |
| Springerville | 2,008 | $49,051 | 8.5% | $202,200 |
| Lukachukai | 1,969 | $37,011 | 35.0% | $51,400 |
| Tsaile | 1,696 | $48,819 | 46.2% | $46,700 |
| St. Michaels | 1,142 | $65,556 | 13.9% | $202,500 |
| Many Farms | 876 | $32,981 | 36.9% | $56,900 |
Cities Similar to Sehili
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Santan Village | 234 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 18.8% |
| San Miguel | 237 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 68.3% |
| Cibola | 245 | N/A | $45,600 | 0.0% | 70.2% |
| Vernon | 247 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Orange Grove Mobile Manor | 211 | N/A | $157,700 | 0.0% | 29.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 229, Sehili'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
Sehili is a small community located in Arizona, within Apache County. The total population is 229. It ranks as the 346th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sehili is 30.6 years. This is 22% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sehili is $28,333. This is 65% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 65% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 50.2%. This is 302% 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 43.9%. This is 763% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
5.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 85% 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 73.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sehili, 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 Sehili, Arizona?
Sehili, Arizona has a population of 229 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sehili, AZ?
The median household income in Sehili is $28,333, which is 65% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sehili, AZ?
The poverty rate in Sehili is 50.2%. This means approximately 115 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sehili, Arizona?
Sehili's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sehili, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sehili — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sehili, Arizona?
5.0% of adults (25+) in Sehili hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.