Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.88 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.1% ▲ 147% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 215 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,959 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 1,689 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 2,291 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,454 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,796 (15.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,590 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,692 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $771/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,653 |
| Vacant Units | 4,766 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
La Paz County is located in Arizona and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,605 residents. With a median age of 52.61, it is a mature county.
La Paz County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,590 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 12.1%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 18.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in La Paz County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $141,692 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $770. Homeownership rates are high at 69.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of La Paz County are majority White (57.82%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
La Paz County, AZ is a working-class area in Arizona. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85325 | Bouse | 1,123 | $38,157 | $123,500 | — | 4.8% | 10.6% |
| 85334 | Ehrenberg | 946 | $53,750 | — | $719 | 10.6% | 26.6% |
| 85344 | Parker | 9,069 | $54,872 | $173,200 | $781 | 6.3% | 27.1% |
| 85371 | Poston | 280 | $13,750 | — | $310 | 34.2% | 0.0% |
| 85346 | Quartzsite | 2,358 | $31,179 | $78,800 | $682 | 45.8% | 59.0% |
| 85348 | Salome | 2,201 | $57,340 | $98,600 | $906 | 2.8% | 17.1% |
| 85357 | Wenden | 415 | $43,325 | — | — | 10.3% | 35.7% |