Cottonwood: Demographics & People
Census counts 12,580 people in Cottonwood, in 6,592 households. Median age 54.7 years. (15.4y older than Arizona). Population is 70% White (non-Hispanic) and 23% Hispanic or Latino. 45% of households are family-led.
- 1.9 people per household.
- 55% non-family households (singles, roommates).
Population & Trend
Current population 12,580; figures track the most recent Census ACS 5-year estimates.
| Population | 236,209 people |
|---|---|
| Population | 12,580 people |
Age Distribution
Median age 54.7y is 15.8 years older than the U.S. median (38.9y).
| Median age | 54.7 years (vs Arizona 39.3y) |
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Race, Ethnicity & Diversity
Of 12,580 residents, race / ethnicity breaks down by Census ACS counts (a person can identify with one or more groups).
| Asian population | 0.5% |
|---|---|
| Black population | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino population | 23.4% |
| White (non-Hispanic) population | 70.0% |
Households & Family Composition
6,592 households. 45% are family households — below the U.S. share of ~65%.
| Family households | 2,958 households |
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| Households that are families | 44.9% |
| Total households | 6,592 households |