Arizona

#14 in USWest

The Grand Canyon State Ā· Arizona (AZ) has a population of 7,431,344 people, making it the #14 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Phoenix and the largest city is Phoenix.

Population

7.4M

#14 of 51

Area

113,990 mi²

295,233 km²

Density

25/km²

65/mi²

Capital

Phoenix

Median Income

$77K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4.3%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

39.3

US Share

2.22%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

7,151,502

2023 Estimate

7,431,344

Change

+279,842 (+3.9%)

Race & Ethnicity

White58.3%
Hispanic/Latino31.6%
Black4.8%
Asian3.6%
Two or More Races19.9%
American Indian/Alaska Native4.0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.2%
Other9.2%

Age Distribution

Under 1821.3%
18 to 6459.4%
65 and over19.3%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$77,315
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
33.5%

Largest Cities in Arizona

PhoenixTucsonMesaChandlerScottsdale

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Arizona?

Arizona has a population of 7,431,344 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #14 among all US states by population, representing 2.22% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Arizona?

The capital of Arizona is Phoenix. The largest cities include Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa.

What is the median household income in Arizona?

The median household income in Arizona is $77,315, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Arizona growing?

Arizona has grown 3.9% since the 2020 Census, from 7,151,502 to 7,431,344.

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