Show Low, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Show Low, Arizona had a total population of 12,102, the 65th largest city in Arizona, with a median household income of $60,368, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Show Low Quick Facts
How Show Low 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 | 11,913 | 12,102 | +1.6% |
| Median household income | $63,376 | $60,368 | -4.7% |
| Median home value | $275,000 | $299,600 | +8.9% |
How Show Low 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 62 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Show Low Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Navajo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| White Mountain Lake | 2,910 | $50,263 | 15.9% | $172,700 |
Cities Similar to Show Low
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Estates | 12,136 | $66,582 | $205,400 | 24.4% | 7.8% |
| Verde Village | 11,930 | $69,331 | $354,200 | 27.4% | 13.1% |
| Camp Verde | 12,521 | $69,203 | $318,100 | 20.2% | 15.5% |
| Chino Valley | 13,602 | $61,237 | $394,700 | 24.1% | 11.4% |
| Cottonwood | 12,580 | $48,448 | $324,100 | 27.5% | 18.6% |
Population Overview
Show Low is a small city located in Arizona, within Navajo County. The total population is 12,102. It ranks as the 65th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Show Low is 45.6 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Show Low is $60,368. This is 25% lower than the state median of $79,964. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $299,600. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $394,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 65.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Show Low is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.5%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.4%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.5%.
Education
34.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Show Low, 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 Show Low, Arizona?
Show Low, Arizona has a population of 12,102 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Show Low, AZ?
The median household income in Show Low is $60,368, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Show Low, AZ?
The poverty rate in Show Low is 12.2%. This means approximately 1,447 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Show Low, Arizona?
Show Low's population is 73.3% White, 0.5% Black, 19.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Show Low, AZ?
The median home value in Show Low is $299,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.
How educated is Show Low, Arizona?
34.9% of adults (25+) in Show Low hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.