Tucson, AZ
TUCSON, ARIZONA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.9.20)
AGE IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 61,919 | 11.3% |
| 25 to 29 years | 46,631 | 8.5% |
| 30 to 34 years | 36,285 | 6.6% |
| 35 to 39 years | 33,924 | 6.2% |
| 40 to 44 years | 31,694 | 5.8% |
| 45 to 49 years | 29,797 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 26,625 | 4.9% |
| 55 to 59 years | 31,014 | 5.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 29,707 | 5.4% |
| 65 to 69 years | 29,755 | 5.4% |
| 70 to 74 years | 18,608 | 3.4% |
| 75 to 79 years | 13,135 | 2.4% |
| 80 to 84 years | 9,949 | 1.8% |
| 85+ years | 9,359 | 1.7% |
The median age in Tucson is 33.5 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 380,776 | 69.7% |
| Black or African American | 31,817 | 5.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 24,125 | 4.4% |
| Asian | 17,373 | 3.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 1,229 | 0.2% |
| Other | 55,744 | 10.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 20,458 | 5.8% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 34,823 | 9.8% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 82,862 | 23.3% |
| Some college, no degree | 93,379 | 26.3% |
| Associate’s degree | 26,811 | 7.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 59,204 | 16.7% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 37,920 | 10.7% |
| High school graduate or higher | 300,176 | 84.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 97,124 | 27.3% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 258,333 | 72.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 10.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 13.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.0% |
| $200,000 or more | 1.8% |
Median household income: $41,625
Mean household income: $55,689
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $19,374 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $25,050 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $30,352 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $39,770 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $50,284 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 457,260 | NA |
| Never married | 197,819 | 43.3% |
| Now married (except separated) | 159,627 | 34.9% |
| Separated | 8,931 | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 24,718 | 5.4% |
| Divorced | 66,165 | 14.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 120,564 | 23.4% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 105,368 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 105,448 |
| Single-family detached units | 128,031 |
| Homeownership rate | 50.0% |
| Vacancy rate | 11.5% |
| Renters rate | 50.0% |
| Average housing value | $164,712 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $801 |
| Average rent | $761 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Average income | $55,689 |
| Average household size | 2.43 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 61.6% |
| Percent disabled | 15.2% |
| Percent with health coverage | 88.0% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 22.4 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 3.8% |
| Percent veterans | 9.1% |
| Percent foreign born | 15.2% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 8.7% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $50,694.51 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $389.75 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $231.65 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $68.16 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $33.01 |
| Apparel & services | $1,491.04 |
| Men’s apparel | $291.17 |
| Women’s apparel | $491.01 |
| Children’s apparel | $229.04 |
| Boys’ apparel | $76.93 |
| Girls’ apparel | $86.13 |
| Footwear | $343.27 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,560.36 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $264.43 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $801.04 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,181.33 |
| Education | $1,027.70 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,169.60 |
| Club membership fees | $150.33 |
| Dating services | $0.57 |
| Pet food | $173.98 |
| Pet services | $42.83 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,593.94 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $470.37 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $366.24 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $701.02 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $801.30 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $354.91 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,255.01 |
| Health care | $3,960.88 |
| Medical services | $732.12 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $98.57 |
| Household Services | $1,358.74 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $48.36 |
| Lawn and garden services | $284.89 |
| Housekeeping services | $112.89 |
| PC repair | $4.76 |
| Housing | $16,061.74 |
| Home improvements | $1,620.56 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,371.70 |
| Phone services | $1,236.22 |
| Water | $497.15 |
| Life and other insurance | $281.31 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,279.89 |
| Personal care products and services | $612.48 |
| Hair care products | $74.50 |
| Personal care products | $258.04 |
| Local transportation | $5,942.90 |
| Gasoline | $1,568.01 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $815.79 |
| Travel | $1,440.80 |
| Airline fares | $354.14 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $17.19 |
| Lodging on trips | $385.75 |
| Food and drink on trips | $350.83 |
| Entertainment on trips | $122.02 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN PIMA COUNTY (home to TUCSON, ARIZONA)
| % with any debt in collections | 32% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,797 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 15% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $697 |
| % with student loan debt | 15% |
| Average student loan debt | $16,170 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $155 |
| % with auto debt | 30% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN TUCSON, ARIZONA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 13,467 | 5.1% |
| February 2019 | 12,574 | 4.7% |
| March 2019 | 12,649 | 4.7% |
| April 2019 | 11,690 | 4.4% |
| May 2019 | 12,138 | 4.5% |
| June 2019 | 13,292 | 5.0% |
| July 2019 | 13,371 | 5.0% |
| August 2019 | 12,800 | 4.8% |
| September 2019 | 12,045 | 4.5% |
| October 2019 | 12,034 | 4.5% |
| November 2019 | 11,526 | 4.3% |
| December 2019 | 11,672 | 4.3% |
| January 2020 | 12,809 | 4.7% |
| February 2020 | 12,146 | 4.4% |
| March 2020 | 16,999 | 6.3% |
| April 2020 | 37,191 | 13.8% |
| May 2020 | 24,940 | 9.2% |
| June 2020 | 29,196 | 10.9% |
| July 2020 | 31,862 | 11.7% |
| August 2020 | 17,074 | 6.6% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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