Pima County

As of 2021, Pima County, AZ has a population of approximately 1.05 million. The racial composition is about 53% White, 38% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Black or African American, 3% Native American, 2% Asian, and 0.2% Pacific Islander. About 25% of residents are under 18, and 18% are 65 or older. The median household income is around $53,000, with a poverty rate of 15%. The county spans 9,189 square miles, with Tucson as its largest city and county seat.

As of 2023, Pima County, AZ has a median home price of approximately $310,000. Rent averages around $1,300 per month. The homeownership rate stands at 60.7%, while rental occupancy is 39.3%. Property tax rates are about 0.74% of assessed home value. The average household income is around $56,000, with housing affordability being a growing concern. Population growth is modest at 1% annually, influencing both supply and demand.

In Pima County, AZ, elections are overseen by the Pima County Recorder's Office and the Elections Department. Key positions contested in recent elections include seats for the Pima County Board of Supervisors, Sheriff, Treasurer, and various judicial roles.

In the 2020 General Election:

• Ann Kirkpatrick (D) won the U.S. House AZ-2 seat with 55.6% of the vote.
• Pima County Sheriff was contested between Chris Nanos (D), who won with 51.3%, and Mark Napier (R) with 48.7%.
• For the Board of Supervisors, notable winners included Sharon Bronson (D) in District 3 with 59.1% and Rex Scott (D) in District 1 with 55.0%.

Voter turnout in the 2020 election was approximately 80.9%, reflecting high engagement. The county uses a mix of mail-in ballots and in-person voting, with several early voting locations and drop-off sites to facilitate voter access.

Pima County, AZ, exhibits diverse educational attainment. Around 90.4% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma, slightly above the national average of 88.5% but lower than Arizona's state average of 90.7%. For higher education, 32.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, closely emulating the national average of 33.1%, and slightly trailing Arizona's 32.7%. Additionally, Tucson, the county seat, houses the University of Arizona, impacting these figures positively. The county's educational services are complemented by various community colleges and vocational institutions, contributing to overall higher education attainment.

As of recent data, Pima County, AZ, has an employment rate of around 59.7%, lower than the national average of 61.4% but close to Arizona’s state average of 59.5%. The county’s unemployment rate stands at 5.7%, higher than the U.S. average of 4.8% and Arizona’s 5.1%.

Top industries in Pima County include:

• Healthcare and Social Assistance (15.5%)
• Retail Trade (13.2%)
• Educational Services (12.1%)
• Accommodation and Food Services (9.1%)
• Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (8.4%)

Comparatively, the national averages for these sectors are:

• Healthcare and Social Assistance (14.5%)
• Retail Trade (11.4%)
• Educational Services (9.3%)
• Accommodation and Food Services (8.1%)
• Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (7.7%)

In Arizona, the industry averages are similar but with slight regional variations in emphasis on tech and service industries.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Pima County, AZ, is approximately $63,000. This figure is lower than both the national average household income of around $79,000 and the Arizona state average of about $72,000. This income discrepancy underscores the economic challenges faced by residents of Pima County in comparison to broader averages.

As of the most recent data, Pima County, AZ, has observed the following crime rates per 100,000 people annually:

Pima County shows a higher property crime rate compared to violent crimes. While these values help provide an overall sense of safety, residents and potential visitors should stay updated through local resources for the most current data.