Gold Canyon, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Gold Canyon, Arizona is 12,488 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $85,833, the median home value is $469,600, and the median age is 66.1.
12,488
Population
436
People / sq mi
$85,833
Median Income
$469,600
Median Home Value
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Gold Canyon covers 28.7 sq mi of land at 436 people per square mile.
About Gold Canyon, AZ
Gold Canyon is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 78.2% of the population. With 12,488 residents, Gold Canyon is a city in Arizona.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $85,833 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.8%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $469,600, with typical rent around $1,213.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 38.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Working from home is common here: 24.8% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Gold Canyon, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$85,833
Median Household Income
$59,648
Per Capita Income
3.8%
Poverty Rate
0.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$469,600
Median Home Value
$1,213
Median Rent
94.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.5%
High School+
38.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
66.3%
Public Transit
24.8%
Work From Home
31.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
78.2%
Foreign Born
96.5%
Non-English at Home
16.2%
Veterans
16.1%
With Disability
93.7%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.0% |
| Manufacturing | 8.3% |
| Construction | 7.6% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Retail Trade | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gold Canyon, Arizona has a population of 12,488 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in Gold Canyon, Arizona is $85,833, with 3.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Gold Canyon, Arizona is $469,600, with median monthly rent at $1,213 and a homeownership rate of 94.3%.
The median age in Gold Canyon, Arizona is 66.1 years. The population is 46.0% male and 54.0% female.
Gold Canyon Cdp, AZ Climate
Gold Canyon Cdp, AZ has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F) and receives about 339 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
21.4°C
Avg Temp
339
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 52° | 33 mm |
| February | 13° / 56° | 33 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 42 mm |
| April | 19° / 67° | 12 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 7 mm |
| June | 29° / 85° | 3 mm |
| July | 33° / 91° | 34 mm |
| August | 32° / 89° | 45 mm |
| September | 29° / 85° | 30 mm |
| October | 24° / 75° | 29 mm |
| November | 16° / 61° | 30 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 41 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 Gold Canyon Cdp, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Gold Canyon Cdp, AZ are typically April, May and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 41°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.