Prescott, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Prescott, Arizona is 46,744 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 26th-largest city in Arizona. The median household income is $69,151, the median home value is $528,500, and the median age is 60.3.
The population has grown 21.3% since 2010 (39,765 → 48,224).
46,744
Population
950
People / sq mi
$69,151
Median Income
$528,500
Median Home Value
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Prescott covers 49.2 sq mi of land at 950 people per square mile.
About Prescott, AZ
Prescott skews on age — the median resident is 60.3, older than the national median. With 46,744 residents, Prescott is a city in Arizona. It ranks #26 among cities in Arizona by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,151 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.3%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $528,500, with typical rent around $1,304.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 41.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 12.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Prescott — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Prescott city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Prescott city had a population of 39,765 in 2010 and 48,224 in 2024, a 21.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 48,224 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.39%.
48,224
Population (2024)
39,765
Population (2010)
48,224
Peak (2024)
1.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 39,765 |
| 2011 | 39,774 |
| 2012 | 39,868 |
| 2013 | 40,228 |
| 2014 | 40,737 |
| 2015 | 41,398 |
| 2016 | 42,262 |
| 2017 | 42,675 |
| 2018 | 43,283 |
| 2019 | 44,299 |
| 2020 | 46,075 |
| 2021 | 47,159 |
| 2022 | 47,643 |
| 2023 | 47,902 |
| 2024 | 48,224 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$69,151
Median Household Income
$49,159
Per Capita Income
6.3%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$528,500
Median Home Value
$1,304
Median Rent
68.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.1%
High School+
41.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
72.9%
Public Transit
12.0%
Work From Home
16.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
68.2%
Foreign Born
92.2%
Non-English at Home
13.3%
Veterans
17.1%
With Disability
91.3%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Construction | 8.2% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Manufacturing | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Prescott, Arizona has a population of 46,744 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 26th-largest city in Arizona.
The median household income in Prescott, Arizona is $69,151, with 6.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Prescott, Arizona is $528,500, with median monthly rent at $1,304 and a homeownership rate of 68.1%.
The median age in Prescott, Arizona is 60.3 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 21.3% since 2010 (39,765 → 48,224).
Prescott city, AZ Climate
Prescott city, AZ has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F) and receives about 483 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.9°C
Avg Temp
483
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 38° | 40 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 46 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 50 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 19 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 16 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 9 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 73 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 82 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 49 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 31 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 34 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 34 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 Prescott city, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Prescott city, AZ are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°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.