Cottonwood

AZ

Yavapai County, Arizona

Population 245K |Median income $69,613 |4 hospitals

Population
245,480
Yavapai County
Median Income
$69,613
Near average
Median Home Value
$425,200
+87% vs avg
Median Age
55.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
245K+16%
Median Income
$69,613+62%
Median Home Value
$425,200+131%
Poverty Rate
12%-24%
Unemployment
4.3%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Poverty Rate
12% -15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.3%
Work From Home 14.4%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 80.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.4%
Asian 1.1%
African American 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
38%
Short Sleep Duration
31.6%
Obesity
27%
Physical Inactivity
22.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Binge Drinking
13.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.8%
Diabetes
12.1%
Current Smoking
12%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.1%
Dental Visit 61.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.8%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
VA NORTHERN ARIZONA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
PRESCOTT · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
VERDE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
COTTONWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
YAVAPAI REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
PRESCOTT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Cottonwood Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Phoenix, AZ Reaches Unhealthy Levels for PM10 on March 20

EPA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Phoenix Residents Advised of Unhealthy Levels for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago
Air Quality high

Phoenix Air Quality Reaches Very Unhealthy Levels with AQI of 212

EPA · 2d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Phoenix, AZ Records Unhealthy PM10 Levels on March 17

EPA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Crazy Mountains: Up to 3 Feet of Snow and 90 MPH Gusts Expected

NOAA · Mar 23, 2026
Air Quality

Phoenix Air Quality Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level Due to PM10

EPA · Mar 19, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Cottonwood, AZ? ▼
Cottonwood, AZ has a population of 245,480 people, located in Yavapai County, Arizona.
What is the median household income in Cottonwood? ▼
The median household income in Cottonwood, AZ is $69,613 per year. The poverty rate is 12%.
What is the median home value in Cottonwood? ▼
The median home value in Cottonwood, AZ is $425,200. Median rent is $1,351/month.
What are the top health concerns in Cottonwood? ▼
The top health indicators in Cottonwood include High Blood Pressure (38%), Short Sleep Duration (31.6%), Obesity (27%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Cottonwood? ▼
Cottonwood has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Cottonwood? ▼
The median age in Cottonwood, AZ is 55.1 years. 30.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Cottonwood, AZ is located in Yavapai County, Arizona. With a population of 245K and a median household income of $69,613, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Cottonwood area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Yavapai County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.