Sierra Vista

Cochise County, Arizona

Population 126K |Median income $59,742 |4 hospitals

Population

125,566

Cochise County

Median Income

$59,742

-12% vs avg

Median Home Value

$218,300

-4% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

126K-4%

Median Income

$59,742+31%

Median Home Value

$218,300+49%

Poverty Rate

15.4%-10%

Unemployment

6.9%-21%

Economics

Median Rent

$995/mo

Poverty Rate

15.4% +8% vs avg

Unemployment 6.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.1%

Work From Home 12.2%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 62.1%

African American 3.3%

Asian 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

39%

Short Sleep Duration

33.9%

Obesity

31.2%

Physical Inactivity

26%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

14.2%

Diabetes

13.7%

Binge Drinking

13.4%

Current Smoking

12.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.3%

Dental Visit 55.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.3%

Stroke

4.3%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CANYON VISTA MEDICAL CENTER

SIERRA VISTA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Sierra Vista 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 Sierra Vista, AZ? ▼

Sierra Vista, AZ has a population of 125,566 people, located in Cochise County, Arizona.

What is the median household income in Sierra Vista? ▼

The median household income in Sierra Vista, AZ is $59,742 per year. The poverty rate is 15.4%.

What is the median home value in Sierra Vista? ▼

The median home value in Sierra Vista, AZ is $218,300. Median rent is $995/month.

What are the top health concerns in Sierra Vista? ▼

The top health indicators in Sierra Vista include High Blood Pressure (39%), Short Sleep Duration (33.9%), Obesity (31.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Sierra Vista? ▼

Sierra Vista has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Sierra Vista? ▼

The median age in Sierra Vista, AZ is 43 years. 28.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sierra Vista, AZ is located in Cochise County, Arizona. With a population of 126K and a median household income of $59,742, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sierra Vista 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 (Cochise 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.