Oro Valley, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oro Valley, Arizona is 47,595 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $105,342, the median home value is $440,400, and the median age is 54.6.
The population has grown 18.9% since 2010 (41,078 → 48,855).
47,595
Population
1355
People / sq mi
$105,342
Median Income
$440,400
Median Home Value
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Oro Valley covers 35.1 sq mi of land at 1355 people per square mile.
About Oro Valley, AZ
Age is the most distinctive thing about Oro Valley: a median age of 54.6, older than the national median. With 47,595 residents, Oro Valley is a city in Arizona. It ranks #25 among cities in Arizona by population.
Households take in a median $105,342, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.7%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $440,400, with typical rent around $1,602.
About 57.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 20.0%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Oro Valley — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Oro Valley town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oro Valley town had a population of 41,078 in 2010 and 48,855 in 2024, a 18.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 48,855 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.25%.
48,855
Population (2024)
41,078
Population (2010)
48,855
Peak (2024)
1.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 41,078 |
| 2011 | 41,250 |
| 2012 | 41,365 |
| 2013 | 41,609 |
| 2014 | 41,894 |
| 2015 | 43,420 |
| 2016 | 43,782 |
| 2017 | 44,543 |
| 2018 | 45,315 |
| 2019 | 46,044 |
| 2020 | 47,226 |
| 2021 | 47,803 |
| 2022 | 48,304 |
| 2023 | 48,556 |
| 2024 | 48,855 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$105,342
Median Household Income
$60,103
Per Capita Income
3.7%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$440,400
Median Home Value
$1,602
Median Rent
76.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.8%
High School+
57.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
71.6%
Public Transit
20.0%
Work From Home
27.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
62.9%
Foreign Born
85.9%
Non-English at Home
12.1%
Veterans
14.7%
With Disability
96.3%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.8% |
| Manufacturing | 12.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Information | 8.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Retail Trade | 3.5% |
| Construction | 3.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oro Valley, Arizona has a population of 47,595 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in Oro Valley, Arizona is $105,342, with 3.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oro Valley, Arizona is $440,400, with median monthly rent at $1,602 and a homeownership rate of 76.4%.
The median age in Oro Valley, Arizona is 54.6 years. The population is 47.3% male and 52.7% female.
The population has grown 18.9% since 2010 (41,078 → 48,855).
Oro Valley town, AZ Climate
Oro Valley town, AZ has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F) and receives about 375 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.7°C
Avg Temp
375
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 51° | 34 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 30 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 33 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 11 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 6 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 6 mm |
| July | 30° / 85° | 58 mm |
| August | 29° / 83° | 63 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 38 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 33 mm |
| November | 15° / 58° | 24 mm |
| December | 11° / 51° | 39 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 Oro Valley town, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Oro Valley town, AZ are typically October, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 37°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.