Shonto, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Shonto, Arizona had a total population of 274, the 332nd largest community in Arizona, with a median household income of $44,028, which is 45% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 45% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Shonto Quick Facts
How Shonto 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 | 347 | 274 | -21.0% |
| Median household income | $52,917 | $44,028 | -16.8% |
How Shonto 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+)
Shonto 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 Shonto
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chuichu | 278 | N/A | $160,200 | 0.0% | 12.2% |
| Sacate Village | 283 | N/A | N/A | 40.2% | 51.6% |
| White Hills | 286 | N/A | $241,500 | 6.0% | 10.1% |
| Lower Santan Village | 289 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 15.6% |
| Palominas | 253 | N/A | $199,100 | 46.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 274, Shonto'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
Shonto is a small community located in Arizona, within Navajo County. The total population is 274. It ranks as the 332nd most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Shonto is 42.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Shonto is $44,028. This is 45% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 45% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.6%. This is 137% 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 5.0%. 22.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 67% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Shonto is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 31.4%.
Education
13.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 81.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Shonto, 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 Shonto, Arizona?
Shonto, Arizona has a population of 274 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Shonto, AZ?
The median household income in Shonto is $44,028, which is 45% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Shonto, AZ?
The poverty rate in Shonto is 29.6%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Shonto, Arizona?
Shonto's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Shonto, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Shonto — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Shonto, Arizona?
13.1% of adults (25+) in Shonto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.