Santa Cruz County's 2026 population is estimated at 52,230, reflecting a 1.68% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Santa Cruz County is the 12th largest county in Arizona. The 2010 population was 47,402 and has grown 10.19% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.9 years
Female: 38.9 years
Male: 36.9 years
There are 36,320 adults, (9,427 of whom are seniors) in Santa Cruz County.
Female: 25,314 (51.7%)
Male: 23,612 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Santa Cruz County includes 28.48% White, 12.92% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Two or more races | 27,981 | 57.19% |
| White | 13,936 | 28.48% |
| Other race | 6,321 | 12.92% |
| Native American | 282 | 0.58% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 144 | 0.29% |
| Asian | 143 | 0.29% |
| Black or African American | 119 | 0.24% |
Santa Cruz County 's average per capita income is $37,668. Household income levels show a median of $55,217. The poverty rate stands at 20.18%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,819 | - |
| Families | $61,063 | $80,431 |
| Households | $55,217 | $71,913 |
| Non Families | $32,193 | $44,176 |
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