Skip to main content
Population Review

Graham County, Arizona Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Arizona

The population of Graham County, Arizona is 38,860 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Arizona. The median household income is $67,326, the median home value is $202,700, and the median age is 34.4.

The population of Graham County has grown 8.3% since 2010 (37,154 → 40,242), a +0.57% annualized rate.

Graham County within Arizona · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

38,860

Population

+0.57%

Annual growth

8

People / sq mi

$67,326

Median Income

$202,700

Median Home Value

Graham County covers 4,622 sq mi of land at 8.4 people per square mile.

About Graham County, AZ

Graham County is a county in Arizona with a population of 38,860. It ranks #13 among counties in Arizona by population. The median age is 34.4, younger than the national median. The population is 53.3% male and 46.7% female.

The median household income in Graham County is $67,326, below the US median of $74,580. 14.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $202,700, with monthly rent averaging $890. The homeownership rate of 73.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Graham County reflects 14.6% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 4.6% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 24.0 minutes each way.

Graham County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Graham County had a population of 37,154 in 2010 and 40,242 in 2024, a 8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 40,242 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.58%.

2024 · 40K20102024

40,242

Population (2024)

37,154

Population (2010)

40,242

Peak (2024)

0.58%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201037,154
201137,129
201237,027
201337,456
201438,123
201537,888
201637,859
201737,530
201838,032
201938,890
202038,630
202138,923
202238,802
202339,561
202440,242

Race & Ethnicity

White66.2%
Black or African American1.3%
Asian0.7%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)14.8%
Two or More Races0.4%

Age & Sex

34.4

Median Age

46.7%

Female

53.3%

Male

14.3%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.5%
5–9
7.0%
10–14
8.3%
15–19
7.2%
20–24
7.2%
25–34
14.8%
35–44
13.6%
45–54
11.0%
55–59
4.8%
60–64
5.3%
65–74
8.6%
75–84
4.3%
85+
1.4%

Children (under 15): 21.8% · Seniors (65+): 14.3%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$67,326$-9,546 vs state
Mean household income$80,094
Per-capita income$26,094
Poverty rate14.7%+5.8% vs state
Unemployment rate3.2%
Employment-to-population47.6%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
22.1%
Agriculture
14.8%
Construction
10.1%
Education & health care
9.9%
Public administration
7.9%
Finance & real estate
7.4%
Retail trade
4.4%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.2%

The largest employment sector in Graham County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.1% of workers.

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

1.1%

Carpool

78.8%

Public transit

4.6%

Work from home

24.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$202,700$-156,200 vs state

Median home value

$890

Median rent

73.5%

Homeownership rate

13,941

Total housing units

89.4%

Occupied

10.6%

Vacant

26.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

91.2%

With health insurance

92.9%

With broadband internet

26.8%

Foreign-born

5.8%

Veterans (18+)

15.2%

With a disability

81.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

84.2%

High School+

14.6%

Bachelor's+

Largest cities in Arizona

Other counties in Arizona

Part of Arizona

Metro areas in Arizona

County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Graham County, Arizona has a population of 38,860 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Arizona. Population density is 8 people per square mile.

The population of Graham County has grown 8.3% since 2010 (37,154 → 40,242), a +0.57% annualized rate.

The median household income in Graham County, Arizona is $67,326, with mean (average) household income of $80,094 and per-capita income of $26,094. 14.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Graham County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.2%), Hispanic or Latino (14.8%), Black or African American (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Graham County, Arizona is 34.4 years. Residents are 46.7% female and 53.3% male.

The median home value in Graham County is $202,700 and median monthly rent is $890. 73.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 13,941 total housing units, 10.6% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Graham County, Arizona is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

Phoenix is among the largest cities associated with Graham County, Arizona, with a population of 1,624,832.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.