Flagstaff, AZ Local Data & Statistics

State: AZ

Total population: 76,445 Household income: $71,512 Rent: $1,645

Overview

Total population

76,445

Rent

$1,645

Year built

1992

Household income

$71,512

Per capita income

$38,409

Poverty rate

18.2%

Unemployment rate

3.2%

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

55.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Arizona

Total population

76,445

Adults over 25

39,889

Total households

28,550

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$71,512

Per capita income

$38,409

Poverty rate

18.2%

Unemployment rate

3.2%

Rent over 30% of income

55.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,645

Year built

1992

Households that rent

57.7%

Households that own

42.3%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.9

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

63.3%

Black

1.8%

Asian

2.5%

Two or more races

11.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

19.6%

Not Hispanic or Latino

80.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.7%

Commute time to work

17 mins

Work from home

13.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

23.7%

High school graduate or GED

15.3%

Some college or associate degree

8.8%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

52.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Flagstaff, AZ with: Arizona United States

Flagstaff, AZ

Total population76,445

Rent$1,645

Year built1992

Household income$71,512

Per capita income$38,409

Poverty rate18.2%

Unemployment rate3.2%

Arizona State

Total population7,378,838

Rent$1,543

Year built1992

Household income$79,964

Per capita income$42,503

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate3.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityFlagstaff, AZ	StateArizona	CountryUnited States
Total population	76,445	7,378,838	334,922,499
Rent	$1,645	$1,543	$1,413
Year built	1992	1992	1980
Household income	$71,512	$79,964	$80,734
Per capita income	$38,409	$42,503	$44,673
Poverty rate	18.2%	12.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.2%	3.6%	4%

View the complete comparison of Flagstaff, AZ, Arizona and United States →

Summary for Flagstaff, AZ

Flagstaff is located in Arizona.

Rent & Income

In Flagstaff, the typical monthly rent is $1,645 and the typical household income is $71,512. Rent here is higher than both Arizona and the U.S., and household income is lower than both Arizona and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 18.2%, which is higher than in both Arizona and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 57.7% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 55.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 52.3% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is lower than both Arizona and the national rate.

Flagstaff, AZ — Rent vs Household Income

Flagstaff, AZ — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Flagstaff, AZ compares in Arizona (20 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,645	8 / 20	from lower rent	$1,114 – $2,210
Household income	$71,512	16 / 20	from higher income	$57,073 – $141,978
Poverty rate	18.2%	19 / 20	from lower poverty	3.7% – 18.9%
Unemployment rate	3.2%	11 / 20	from lower unemployment	2.7% – 10.3%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Arizona with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Flagstaff, AZ

Rent

Flagstaff ranks 8th out of 20 large places in Arizona for rent. Statewide rents range from $1,114 in Yuma, AZ to $2,210 in Queen Creek, AZ.

Household income

In terms of household income, Flagstaff comes in 16th among 20 major places. Across Arizona, income levels vary from $57,073 in Tucson, AZ to $141,978 in Queen Creek, AZ.

Poverty rate

Flagstaff places 19th out of 20 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 3.7% in Queen Creek, AZ up to 18.9% in Tucson, AZ.

Unemployment rate

Flagstaff places 11th among 20 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.7% to 10.3%.

💰 Rent in Flagstaff, AZ (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,645 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Flagstaff, AZ

Annual Household Income: $71,512

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Flagstaff, AZ

Estimated Rate: 18.2%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Flagstaff, AZ

In Flagstaff, AZ, households that rent: 16,471 (57.7%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	16,471	57.7%
Owner-Occupied	12,079	42.3%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Flagstaff, AZ

In Flagstaff, AZ, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 9,198 (55.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	9,198	55.8%
Other renter households	7,273	44.2%
Total renter households	16,471	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Flagstaff, AZ

Less than High School: 9,434 people (23.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 6,088 people (15.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,506 people (8.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 20,861 people (52.3%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 39,889

📊 Unemployment Rate in Flagstaff, AZ

Estimated Rate: 3.2%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.