Valentine, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Valentine, Arizona had a total population of 25, the 430th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 27.3%.
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 (27.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Valentine Quick Facts
How Valentine 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 | 43 | 25 | -41.9% |
How Valentine 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+)
Valentine Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Mohave County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Havasu City | 58,359 | $70,148 | 14.1% | $455,400 |
| Bullhead City | 42,496 | $50,556 | 18.8% | $211,500 |
| Kingman | 34,375 | $61,792 | 14.3% | $267,700 |
| Fort Mohave | 15,715 | $64,815 | 11.8% | $294,300 |
| New Kingman-Butler | 13,993 | $40,949 | 20.8% | $118,900 |
| Golden Valley | 8,567 | $42,585 | 23.7% | $176,000 |
| Desert Hills | 2,944 | $62,361 | 3.9% | $281,600 |
| Colorado City | 2,702 | $64,167 | 29.4% | N/A |
| Mohave Valley | 2,555 | $60,134 | 14.8% | $256,900 |
| Valle Vista | 2,369 | $46,161 | 15.2% | $279,800 |
Cities Similar to Valentine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowlic | 25 | N/A | N/A | 48.0% | 48.0% |
| El Capitan | 28 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Ak Chin | 22 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Wide Ruins | 29 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Ali Chuk | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 25, Valentine'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
Valentine is a small community located in Arizona, within Mohave County. The total population is 25. It ranks as the 430th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Valentine is 23.9 years. This is 39% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 27.3%. This is 119% 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 Valentine, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 44.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% lower than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Valentine is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (8.0%) is well below the state average of 52.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 31.4%.
Education
33.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 66.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Valentine, 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 Valentine, Arizona?
Valentine, Arizona has a population of 25 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Valentine, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Valentine — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Valentine, AZ?
The poverty rate in Valentine is 27.3%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Valentine, Arizona?
Valentine's population is 8.0% White, 0.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Valentine, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Valentine — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Valentine, Arizona?
33.3% of adults (25+) in Valentine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.