Top-of-the-World, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Top-of-the-World, Arizona had a total population of 142, the 375th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 46.5%.
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 (46.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Top-of-the-World Quick Facts
How Top-of-the-World 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 | 125 | 142 | +13.6% |
| Median home value | $9,999 | $9,999 | +0.0% |
How Top-of-the-World 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+)
Top-of-the-World Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Pinal County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Tan Valley | 109,189 | $96,713 | 8.0% | $410,100 |
| Maricopa | 67,163 | $96,391 | 7.4% | $377,200 |
| Casa Grande | 60,905 | $69,983 | 13.5% | $303,900 |
| Florence | 25,570 | $79,644 | 6.9% | $346,300 |
| Eloy | 17,433 | $55,736 | 23.2% | $255,300 |
| Coolidge | 16,636 | $67,023 | 19.9% | $255,400 |
| Gold Canyon | 13,107 | $93,377 | 3.8% | $508,100 |
| Saddlebrooke | 13,085 | $88,686 | 5.4% | $498,700 |
| Arizona City | 9,543 | $66,420 | 12.6% | $244,100 |
| San Manuel | 3,491 | $48,314 | 22.0% | $119,800 |
Cities Similar to Top-of-the-World
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seba Dalkai | 141 | $60,313 | N/A | 6.9% | 17.0% |
| Chiawuli Tak | 146 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Morristown | 138 | $59,911 | $490,000 | 11.9% | 0.0% |
| Cottonwood | 149 | N/A | $50,800 | 25.9% | 22.1% |
| Truxton | 134 | $33,148 | $98,800 | 0.0% | 34.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Top-of-the-World'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
Top-of-the-World is a small community located in Arizona, within Pinal County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 375th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Top-of-the-World is 71.0 years. This is 82% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 9.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 46.5%. This is 272% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Top-of-the-World, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $9,999. Housing costs are 97% lower than the state median of $394,500. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Top-of-the-World is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 46.5%.
Education
11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 33.3%. 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 Top-of-the-World, 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 Top-of-the-World, Arizona?
Top-of-the-World, Arizona has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Top-of-the-World, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Top-of-the-World — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Top-of-the-World, AZ?
The poverty rate in Top-of-the-World is 46.5%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Top-of-the-World, Arizona?
Top-of-the-World's population is 53.5% White, 0.0% Black, 46.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Top-of-the-World, AZ?
The median home value in Top-of-the-World is $9,999.
How educated is Top-of-the-World, Arizona?
11.6% of adults (25+) in Top-of-the-World hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.