Why, Arizona Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Why, Arizona had a total population of 52, the 415th largest community in Arizona. The poverty rate is 88.5%.
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 (88.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Why Quick Facts
How Why 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 | 87 | 52 | -40.2% |
How Why 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+)
Why Rankings in Arizona
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Other Cities in Pima County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson | 547,073 | $57,073 | 18.9% | $266,200 |
| Casas Adobes | 72,059 | $83,683 | 6.6% | $343,400 |
| Marana | 56,938 | $112,606 | 4.9% | $413,800 |
| Catalina Foothills | 52,593 | $115,304 | 4.5% | $652,000 |
| Oro Valley | 48,162 | $107,117 | 6.5% | $475,700 |
| Sahuarita | 35,862 | $104,680 | 8.6% | $364,300 |
| Drexel Heights | 27,675 | $73,508 | 14.6% | $250,100 |
| Green Valley | 22,114 | $62,063 | 7.7% | $293,500 |
| Flowing Wells | 16,559 | $39,774 | 24.0% | $41,100 |
| Vail | 16,315 | $130,904 | 4.3% | $414,600 |
Cities Similar to Why
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kleindale | 52 | $48,786 | N/A | 32.7% | 15.4% |
| Amado | 53 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 45.3% |
| Ko Vaya | 53 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Alpine | 55 | N/A | $377,800 | 0.0% | 49.1% |
| Wellton Hills | 49 | $60,875 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 52, Why'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
Why is a small community located in Arizona, within Pima County. The total population is 52. It ranks as the 415th most populous out of 441 Census-designated places in Arizona.
Age Demographics
The median age in Why is 59.5 years. This is 53% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 88.5%. This is 609% 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 Why, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 79.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Why is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.8% of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.8% vs 52.6%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Why, 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 Why, Arizona?
Why, Arizona has a population of 52 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Why, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Why — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Why, AZ?
The poverty rate in Why is 88.5%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Why, Arizona?
Why's population is 80.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Why, AZ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Why — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Why, Arizona?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Why hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.