Glendale, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Glendale, Arizona is 250,193 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 92nd-largest city in the United States and the 6th-largest in Arizona. The median household income is $70,139, the median home value is $347,000, and the median age is 34.5.
The population has grown 14.1% since 2010 (226,236 → 258,143).
250,193
Population
3721
People / sq mi
$70,139
Median Income
$347,000
Median Home Value
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Glendale covers 67.2 sq mi of land at 3721 people per square mile.
About Glendale, AZ
Age is the most distinctive thing about Glendale: a median age of 34.5, younger than the national median. With 250,193 residents, Glendale is a city in Arizona. It is the #6-largest of all cities in Arizona nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $70,139 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.0%, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $347,000, with typical rent around $1,397.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 23.5%, below the national 35.0%. About 13.1% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Glendale city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Glendale city had a population of 226,236 in 2010 and 258,143 in 2024, a 14.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 258,143 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.95%.
258,143
Population (2024)
226,236
Population (2010)
258,143
Peak (2024)
0.95%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 226,236 |
| 2011 | 229,304 |
| 2012 | 233,588 |
| 2013 | 236,869 |
| 2014 | 239,964 |
| 2015 | 243,103 |
| 2016 | 245,903 |
| 2017 | 247,784 |
| 2018 | 249,955 |
| 2019 | 252,381 |
| 2020 | 248,938 |
| 2021 | 249,842 |
| 2022 | 252,162 |
| 2023 | 255,001 |
| 2024 | 258,143 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.4% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Asian | 0.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,139
Median Household Income
$31,981
Per Capita Income
12.0%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$347,000
Median Home Value
$1,397
Median Rent
57.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.5%
High School+
23.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
13.1%
Work From Home
28.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.5%
Foreign Born
66.0%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
15.8%
With Disability
86.8%
Health Insurance
94.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.0% |
| Construction | 9.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.7% |
| Information | 8.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.4% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Common questions about Glendale, AZ
Frequently Asked Questions
Glendale, Arizona has a population of 250,193 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 92nd-largest city in the United States and the 6th-largest in Arizona.
The median household income in Glendale, Arizona is $70,139, with 12.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Glendale, Arizona is $347,000, with median monthly rent at $1,397 and a homeownership rate of 57.6%.
The median age in Glendale, Arizona is 34.5 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has grown 14.1% since 2010 (226,236 → 258,143).
Glendale city, AZ Climate
Glendale city, AZ has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F) and receives about 203 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.3°C
Avg Temp
203
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 54° | 20 mm |
| February | 15° / 58° | 21 mm |
| March | 17° / 62° | 24 mm |
| April | 21° / 69° | 6 mm |
| May | 26° / 78° | 3 mm |
| June | 31° / 87° | 2 mm |
| July | 33° / 92° | 19 mm |
| August | 33° / 91° | 30 mm |
| September | 29° / 85° | 21 mm |
| October | 23° / 73° | 16 mm |
| November | 16° / 61° | 17 mm |
| December | 12° / 54° | 24 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 Glendale city, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Glendale city, AZ are typically April, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 41°C high). The coldest is December (near 4°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.