Buckeye, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Buckeye, Arizona is 99,844 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $98,778, the median home value is $384,100, and the median age is 35.4.
The population has grown 122.7% since 2010 (51,350 → 114,334).
99,844
Population
253
People / sq mi
$98,778
Median Income
$384,100
Median Home Value
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Buckeye covers 395.4 sq mi of land at 253 people per square mile.
About Buckeye, AZ
Buckeye stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 253 people per square mile. With 99,844 residents, Buckeye is a city in Arizona. It ranks #13 among cities in Arizona by population.
The typical household here earns about $98,778, above the US median of $78,538. About 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $384,100, with typical rent around $1,742.
College attainment is 24.1%, below the national 35.0%. A solid 17.5% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Buckeye city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Buckeye city had a population of 51,350 in 2010 and 114,334 in 2024, a 2.2× growth over 14 years. The peak was 114,334 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 5.95%.
114,334
Population (2024)
51,350
Population (2010)
114,334
Peak (2024)
5.95%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 51,350 |
| 2011 | 52,486 |
| 2012 | 54,389 |
| 2013 | 56,603 |
| 2014 | 59,100 |
| 2015 | 61,633 |
| 2016 | 64,641 |
| 2017 | 68,534 |
| 2018 | 74,339 |
| 2019 | 79,620 |
| 2020 | 93,741 |
| 2021 | 101,678 |
| 2022 | 105,576 |
| 2023 | 109,374 |
| 2024 | 114,334 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.2% |
| Black or African American | 6.9% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$98,778
Median Household Income
$34,961
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$384,100
Median Home Value
$1,742
Median Rent
86.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.9%
High School+
24.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
69.9%
Public Transit
17.5%
Work From Home
33.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
50.9%
Foreign Born
73.7%
Non-English at Home
8.8%
Veterans
10.3%
With Disability
91.9%
Health Insurance
98.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.1% |
| Construction | 9.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.1% |
| Retail Trade | 9.0% |
| Information | 7.8% |
| Manufacturing | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Public Administration | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Buckeye, Arizona has a population of 99,844 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in Buckeye, Arizona is $98,778, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Buckeye, Arizona is $384,100, with median monthly rent at $1,742 and a homeownership rate of 86.1%.
The median age in Buckeye, Arizona is 35.4 years. The population is 52.4% male and 47.6% female.
The population has grown 122.7% since 2010 (51,350 → 114,334).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.