Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 10.3% ▲ 110% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 822 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,172 (30%) |
| Some College | 3,290 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 4,377 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,943 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,628 (28%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,428 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $215,632 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $874/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,843 |
| Vacant Units | 2,315 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Santa Cruz County is located in Arizona and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 50,003 residents. With a median age of 39.21, it is a middle-aged county.
Santa Cruz County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,427 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.3%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 19.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Santa Cruz County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $215,632 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $873. Homeownership rates are high at 69.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Santa Cruz County are primarily Hispanic (81.26%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Santa Cruz County, AZ is a working-class area in Arizona. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85645 | Amado | 1,317 | $65,266 | $220,000 | — | 8.6% | 40.3% |
| 85611 | Elgin | 1,413 | $64,545 | $327,300 | — | 0.6% | 53.5% |
| 85621 | Nogales | 21,512 | $41,309 | $173,600 | $700 | 13.6% | 31.6% |
| 85624 | Patagonia | 1,342 | $41,417 | $378,300 | $807 | 10.3% | 51.1% |
| 85648 | Rio Rico | 21,844 | $63,672 | $213,100 | $1,049 | 7.9% | 40.2% |
| 85637 | Sonoita | 1,133 | $80,000 | $434,300 | — | 13.6% | 54.3% |
| 85646 | Tubac | 1,280 | $85,321 | $473,400 | — | 5.7% | 61.7% |
| 85640 | Tumacacori | 162 | $58,424 | — | — | 0.0% | 14.2% |