Nogales

Santa Cruz County, Arizona

Population 49K |Median income $55,217 |1 hospital

Population

48,926

Santa Cruz County

Median Income

$55,217

-19% vs avg

Median Home Value

$233,000

Near average

Median Age

37.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

49K+4%

Median Income

$55,217+46%

Median Home Value

$233,000+66%

Poverty Rate

20.2%-23%

Unemployment

12.2%-7%

Economics

Median Rent

$829/mo

Poverty Rate

20.2% +42% vs avg

Unemployment 12.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 23.1%

Work From Home 8.7%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 28.5%

Asian 0.3%

African American 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

35.7%

Short Sleep Duration

34.8%

Obesity

34.2%

Physical Inactivity

31.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

25.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.1%

Diabetes

15.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

14.7%

Binge Drinking

13.9%

Current Smoking

11.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 53%

Annual Checkup 73%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Stroke

4.1%

Alerts & News — Nogales 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 Nogales, AZ? ▼

Nogales, AZ has a population of 48,926 people, located in Santa Cruz County, Arizona.

What is the median household income in Nogales? ▼

The median household income in Nogales, AZ is $55,217 per year. The poverty rate is 20.2%.

What is the median home value in Nogales? ▼

The median home value in Nogales, AZ is $233,000. Median rent is $829/month.

What are the top health concerns in Nogales? ▼

The top health indicators in Nogales include High Blood Pressure (35.7%), Short Sleep Duration (34.8%), Obesity (34.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Nogales? ▼

Nogales has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Nogales? ▼

The median age in Nogales, AZ is 37.9 years. 23.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Nogales, AZ is located in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. With a population of 49K and a median household income of $55,217, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Nogales 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 (Santa Cruz 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.