Fortuna Foothills, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fortuna Foothills, Arizona is 28,227 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $57,583, the median home value is $175,500, and the median age is 62.0.
28,227
Population
704
People / sq mi
$57,583
Median Income
$175,500
Median Home Value
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Fortuna Foothills covers 40.1 sq mi of land at 704 people per square mile.
About Fortuna Foothills, AZ
Age is the most distinctive thing about Fortuna Foothills: a median age of 62.0, older than the national median. With 28,227 residents, Fortuna Foothills is a city in Arizona. It ranks #35 among cities in Arizona by population.
The typical household earns $57,583, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $175,500, with typical rent around $1,178.
College attainment is 16.6%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Fortuna Foothills — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.3% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$57,583
Median Household Income
$34,292
Per Capita Income
8.3%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$175,500
Median Home Value
$1,178
Median Rent
82.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
16.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
81.4%
Public Transit
6.4%
Work From Home
23.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
67.8%
Foreign Born
77.7%
Non-English at Home
16.5%
Veterans
21.9%
With Disability
95.3%
Health Insurance
95.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Public Administration | 11.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.8% |
| Construction | 6.8% |
| Manufacturing | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.3% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fortuna Foothills, Arizona has a population of 28,227 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in Fortuna Foothills, Arizona is $57,583, with 8.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fortuna Foothills, Arizona is $175,500, with median monthly rent at $1,178 and a homeownership rate of 82.3%.
The median age in Fortuna Foothills, Arizona is 62.0 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
Fortuna Foothills Cdp, AZ Climate
Fortuna Foothills Cdp, AZ has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F) and receives about 97 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
23.2°C
Avg Temp
97
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 56° | 12 mm |
| February | 16° / 60° | 8 mm |
| March | 18° / 64° | 8 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 3 mm |
| May | 26° / 79° | 1 mm |
| June | 31° / 88° | 1 mm |
| July | 34° / 93° | 8 mm |
| August | 33° / 92° | 16 mm |
| September | 30° / 87° | 13 mm |
| October | 24° / 76° | 9 mm |
| November | 18° / 64° | 6 mm |
| December | 13° / 56° | 12 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fortuna Foothills Cdp, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Fortuna Foothills Cdp, AZ are typically April, March and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 41°C high). The coldest is December (near 6°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.