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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Somerton, AZ

Somerton, AZ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2023 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

14,383population

30.5median age

This community is a community of 14,383 with a median age of 30.5. The population is predominantly Hispanic/Latino (95.4%) with a significant White community (3.7%). Median household income is $71,825. 65.2% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 15.9% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 72.4%, with a median home value of $206,100.

Race & Ethnicityi

Hispanic/Latino

95.4%13,716

White

3.7%539

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.4%55

Black

0.3%42

Two or More

0.2%31

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

3.4%294

High School Diploma

20.5%1,762

Some College (<1 yr)

5%431

Some College (1+ yr)

16.8%1,441

Associate's Degree

3.5%301

Bachelor's Degree

10.3%887

Master's Degree

5.6%480

HS or Higher

65.2%

BA or Higher

15.9%

Graduate+

5.6%

Housingi

$206,100median home value

$909median rent

72.4%homeownership

4,911total units

3.7%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 72.4%

Renter 27.6%

Home Values

Under $50K

2.1%73

$50K–$100K

4.1%140

$100K–$150K

13.1%448

$150K–$200K

28%960

$200K–$300K

41%1,403

$300K–$500K

11.7%399

Rent Distribution

Under $500

297

$500–$750

138

$750–$1,000

416

$1,000–$1,250

286

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

Year Built

2020 or later

1.4%67

2010–2019

14.5%714

2000–2009

38.8%1,904

1990–1999

13.6%666

1980–1989

11.4%559

1970–1979

10.7%524

1960–1969

3.2%159

1950–1959

6%297

1940–1949

0.4%21

Heating Fuel

Electricity

80.4%3,806

Utility Gas

9.2%435

No Fuel

6.9%327

Bottled/LP Gas

1.9%89

Other

1.6%74

Household Economyi

$71,825median household income

$22,812per capita income

15.1%poverty rate

5.1%unemployment

6,673labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.8%132

$10K–$15K

7.7%362

$15K–$20K

2.2%106

$20K–$25K

2.5%119

$25K–$30K

6.5%306

$30K–$35K

1.9%91

$35K–$40K

3.3%154

$40K–$45K

6.5%308

$45K–$50K

1.4%65

$50K–$60K

10.7%506

$60K–$75K

7.1%335

$75K–$100K

21.2%1,003

$100K–$125K

14.4%681

$125K–$150K

6%286

$150K–$200K

2.8%132

$200K+

3.1%145

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

267

Residentsi

692

Avg. Tenant Renti

$390/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

19 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing85 homes99% occupied$385/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers100 homes96% occupied$416/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 839 homes96% occupied$420/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

202/PRAC44 homes99% occupied$313/mo rent

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $71,825/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $22K/yr

64%

Very low income$22K–$36K/yr

25.7%

Low income$36K–$57K/yr

9.6%

Moderate / aboveOver $57K/yr

0.7%

Who Receives This Housing

76.5% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

96.7% of subsidized households are minority

11.4% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

44.9% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

5,61239%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

5,407

Guatemala

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

6,310

Avg. Commutei

22.7 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

6,331

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

238(2.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

71.6%Insured

28.4%Uninsured