Drexel Heights, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Drexel Heights, Arizona is 27,636 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 36th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $75,152, the median home value is $233,300, and the median age is 37.0.
27,636
Population
1437
People / sq mi
$75,152
Median Income
$233,300
Median Home Value
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Drexel Heights covers 19.2 sq mi of land at 1437 people per square mile.
About Drexel Heights, AZ
Drexel Heights is defined demographically by education — 17.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 27,636 residents, Drexel Heights is a city in Arizona. It ranks #36 among cities in Arizona by population.
Median household income is $75,152, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.9%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $233,300, with typical rent around $1,285.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 17.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. About 9.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.9% |
| Black or African American | 2.4% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$75,152
Median Household Income
$28,446
Per Capita Income
12.9%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$233,300
Median Home Value
$1,285
Median Rent
81.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.6%
High School+
17.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.2%
Drive Alone
73.6%
Public Transit
9.0%
Work From Home
26.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.5%
Foreign Born
50.3%
Non-English at Home
8.6%
Veterans
11.2%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.8% |
| Manufacturing | 8.7% |
| Construction | 8.4% |
| Public Administration | 8.1% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Drexel Heights, Arizona has a population of 27,636 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 36th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in Drexel Heights, Arizona is $75,152, with 12.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Drexel Heights, Arizona is $233,300, with median monthly rent at $1,285 and a homeownership rate of 81.1%.
The median age in Drexel Heights, Arizona is 37.0 years. The population is 48.6% male and 51.4% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.