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Flagstaff, Arizona Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Flagstaff, Arizona is 76,333 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $68,041, the median home value is $503,400, and the median age is 26.0.

The population has grown 17.3% since 2010 (66,088 → 77,539).

76,333

Population

1156

People / sq mi

$68,041

Median Income

$503,400

Median Home Value

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Flagstaff covers 66.0 sq mi of land at 1156 people per square mile.

About Flagstaff, AZ

Flagstaff skews on age — the median resident is 26.0, younger than the national median. With 76,333 residents, Flagstaff is a city in Arizona. It ranks #16 among cities in Arizona by population.

The typical household here earns about $68,041, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $503,400, with typical rent around $1,555.

About 51.8% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 12.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.

Flagstaff city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Flagstaff city had a population of 66,088 in 2010 and 77,539 in 2024, a 17.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 77,539 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.16%.

2024 · 78K20102024
Flagstaff city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

77,539

Population (2024)

66,088

Population (2010)

77,539

Peak (2024)

1.16%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201066,088
201166,071
201267,913
201368,090
201468,609
201569,966
201671,149
201772,037
201873,762
201975,038
202077,091
202174,817
202276,035
202376,819
202477,539

Race & Ethnicity

White64.6%
Black or African American2.0%
Asian9.5%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)16.4%
Two or More Races0.1%

Economy & Income

$68,041

Median Household Income

$35,004

Per Capita Income

9.5%

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$503,400

Median Home Value

$1,555

Median Rent

41.9%

Owner-Occupied

Education

95.7%

High School+

51.8%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.4%

Drive Alone

62.6%

Public Transit

12.0%

Work From Home

15.8 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

45.5%

Foreign Born

82.6%

Non-English at Home

4.5%

Veterans

11.3%

With Disability

90.9%

Health Insurance

97.4%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management30.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services15.6%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate9.3%
Manufacturing8.8%
Construction5.0%
Public Administration5.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.8%
Information3.7%
Retail Trade3.5%
Agriculture & Mining1.1%
Transportation & Warehousing1.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Flagstaff, Arizona has a population of 76,333 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest city in Arizona.

The median household income in Flagstaff, Arizona is $68,041, with 9.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Flagstaff, Arizona is $503,400, with median monthly rent at $1,555 and a homeownership rate of 41.9%.

The median age in Flagstaff, Arizona is 26.0 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

The population has grown 17.3% since 2010 (66,088 → 77,539).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.