New River, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of New River, Arizona is 18,365 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 44th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $120,279, the median home value is $603,700, and the median age is 50.6.
18,365
Population
327
People / sq mi
$120,279
Median Income
$603,700
Median Home Value
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New River covers 56.1 sq mi of land at 327 people per square mile.
About New River, AZ
New River stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 327 people per square mile. New River is a city in Arizona with a population of 18,365. It ranks #44 among cities in Arizona by population.
The typical household earns $120,279 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.3%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $603,700, with typical rent around $1,837.
31.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. A solid 22.4% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$120,279
Median Household Income
$61,658
Per Capita Income
3.3%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$603,700
Median Home Value
$1,837
Median Rent
94.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.4%
High School+
31.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
66.6%
Public Transit
22.4%
Work From Home
33.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
59.0%
Foreign Born
95.0%
Non-English at Home
10.7%
Veterans
10.0%
With Disability
95.6%
Health Insurance
99.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Construction | 13.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 11.6% |
| Information | 11.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Manufacturing | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 5.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
New River, Arizona has a population of 18,365 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 44th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in New River, Arizona is $120,279, with 3.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in New River, Arizona is $603,700, with median monthly rent at $1,837 and a homeownership rate of 94.4%.
The median age in New River, Arizona is 50.6 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
New River Cdp, AZ Climate
New River Cdp, AZ has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°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.
21.1°C
Avg Temp
339
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 53° | 35 mm |
| February | 13° / 56° | 39 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 44 mm |
| April | 19° / 66° | 14 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 6 mm |
| June | 29° / 85° | 5 mm |
| July | 32° / 90° | 29 mm |
| August | 31° / 89° | 42 mm |
| September | 28° / 83° | 30 mm |
| October | 22° / 72° | 21 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 32 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 42 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 New River Cdp, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit New River Cdp, AZ are typically October, April and May, 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). March 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.