Rio Rico

AZ

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 — Rio Rico 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 Rio Rico, AZ? ▼
Rio Rico, AZ has a population of 48,926 people, located in Santa Cruz County, Arizona.
What is the median household income in Rio Rico? ▼
The median household income in Rio Rico, AZ is $55,217 per year. The poverty rate is 20.2%.
What is the median home value in Rio Rico? ▼
The median home value in Rio Rico, AZ is $233,000. Median rent is $829/month.
What are the top health concerns in Rio Rico? ▼
The top health indicators in Rio Rico include High Blood Pressure (35.7%), Short Sleep Duration (34.8%), Obesity (34.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Rio Rico? ▼
Rio Rico has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Rio Rico? ▼
The median age in Rio Rico, AZ is 37.9 years. 23.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Rio Rico, 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 Rio Rico 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.