Greenlee County, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in Arizona
The population of Greenlee County, Arizona is 9,452 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county in Arizona. The median household income is $75,239, the median home value is $136,300, and the median age is 36.1.
The population of Greenlee County has grown 12.8% since 2010 (8,342 → 9,410), a +0.86% annualized rate.
9,452
Population
+0.86%
Annual growth
5
People / sq mi
$75,239
Median Income
$136,300
Median Home Value
Greenlee County covers 1,843 sq mi of land at 5.1 people per square mile.
About Greenlee County, AZ
Remote work is unusually rare in Greenlee County: 0.7% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 9,452 residents, Greenlee County is a county in Arizona. It ranks #15 among counties in Arizona by population.
The typical household earns $75,239 a year, near the US median of $78,538. About 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $136,300, with typical rent around $570.
Roughly 20.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 0.7%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Greenlee County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Greenlee County had a population of 8,342 in 2010 and 9,410 in 2024, a 12.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 9,642 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: 0.88%.
9,410
Population (2024)
8,342
Population (2010)
9,642
Peak (2016)
0.88%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,342 |
| 2011 | 8,587 |
| 2012 | 8,764 |
| 2013 | 8,918 |
| 2014 | 9,356 |
| 2015 | 9,587 |
| 2016 | 9,642 |
| 2017 | 9,451 |
| 2018 | 9,424 |
| 2019 | 9,467 |
| 2020 | 9,531 |
| 2021 | 9,401 |
| 2022 | 9,321 |
| 2023 | 9,383 |
| 2024 | 9,410 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.5% |
| Asian | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.1
Median Age
47.7%
Female
52.3%
Male
13.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 23.0% · Seniors (65+): 13.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $75,239$-1,633 vs state |
| Mean household income | $84,558 |
| Per-capita income | $32,028 |
| Poverty rate | 8.3%-0.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Greenlee County is agriculture, accounting for 39.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.5%
Carpool
80.1%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
20.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$136,300$-222,600 vs state
Median home value
$570
Median rent
55.8%
Homeownership rate
4,422
Total housing units
77.9%
Occupied
22.1%
Vacant
44.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
97.4%
With health insurance
96.4%
With broadband internet
33.7%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
13.5%
With a disability
80.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.1%
High School+
20.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greenlee County, Arizona has a population of 9,452 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in Arizona. Population density is 5 people per square mile.
The population of Greenlee County has grown 12.8% since 2010 (8,342 → 9,410), a +0.86% annualized rate.
The median household income in Greenlee County, Arizona is $75,239, with mean (average) household income of $84,558 and per-capita income of $32,028. 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Greenlee County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (64.7%), Hispanic or Latino (4.7%), Black or African American (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Greenlee County, Arizona is 36.1 years. Residents are 47.7% female and 52.3% male.
The median home value in Greenlee County is $136,300 and median monthly rent is $570. 55.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,422 total housing units, 22.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Greenlee County, Arizona is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 39.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Phoenix is among the largest cities associated with Greenlee County, Arizona, with a population of 1,624,832.
Greenlee County, AZ Climate
Greenlee County, AZ has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F) and receives about 396 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.9°C
Avg Temp
396
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 41° | 29 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 26 mm |
| March | 10° / 49° | 25 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 10 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 11 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 13 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 68 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 65 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 48 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 36 mm |
| November | 9° / 49° | 25 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 40 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 Greenlee County, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Greenlee County, AZ are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.