Flagstaff

AZ

Coconino County, Arizona

Population 145K |Median income $72,966 |4 hospitals

Population
144,508
Coconino County
Median Income
$72,966
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$448,000
+97% vs avg
Median Age
32.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
145K+7%
Median Income
$72,966+47%
Median Home Value
$448,000+103%
Poverty Rate
16.8%-27%
Unemployment
5.6%-38%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,473/mo
Poverty Rate
16.8% +18% vs avg
Unemployment 5.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 40.3%
Work From Home 12.9%
Public Transit 1.5%

Population

White 56%
Two or More Ethnicities 25.2%
Asian 1.9%
African American 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
31.6%
High Blood Pressure
27%
Obesity
23.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Binge Drinking
16.5%
Physical Inactivity
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.7%
Current Asthma
11.7%
Current Smoking
11.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 68.6%
Dental Visit 61.4%

Other Measures

Diabetes
9.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
1
FLAGSTAFF MEDICAL CENTER
FLAGSTAFF · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff, AZ? ▼
Flagstaff, AZ has a population of 144,508 people, located in Coconino County, Arizona.
What is the median household income in Flagstaff? ▼
The median household income in Flagstaff, AZ is $72,966 per year. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
What is the median home value in Flagstaff? ▼
The median home value in Flagstaff, AZ is $448,000. Median rent is $1,473/month.
What are the top health concerns in Flagstaff? ▼
The top health indicators in Flagstaff include Short Sleep Duration (31.6%), High Blood Pressure (27%), Obesity (23.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Flagstaff? ▼
Flagstaff has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Flagstaff? ▼
The median age in Flagstaff, AZ is 32.8 years. 40.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Flagstaff, AZ is located in Coconino County, Arizona. With a population of 145K and a median household income of $72,966, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Flagstaff 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 (Coconino 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.