Tucson

AZ

Pima County, Arizona

Population 1.1M |Median income $70,315 |13 hospitals

Population
1,060,490
Pima County
Median Income
$70,315
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$319,700
+40% vs avg
Median Age
39.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.1M+7%
Median Income
$70,315+53%
Median Home Value
$319,700+91%
Poverty Rate
14.3%-26%
Unemployment
5.4%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.8%
Work From Home 15.4%
Public Transit 1.5%

Population

White 59.2%
African American 3.6%
Asian 3.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37%
High Blood Pressure
34.1%
Obesity
31.1%
Physical Inactivity
22.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.3%
Binge Drinking
14.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.7%
Diabetes
11%
Current Asthma
10.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.1%
Annual Checkup 75.7%

Other Measures

Current Smoking
10.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 13 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
5
★★
3
★
0
Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
13
With ER
9
VA S. ARIZONA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
TUCSON · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL
TUCSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BANNER - UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER TUCSON CAMPUS
TUCSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BANNER-UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH CAMPUS
TUCSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ORO VALLEY HOSPITAL
ORO VALLEY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER SAHUARITA
SAHUARITA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
TUCSON MEDICAL CENTER
TUCSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
TUCSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER
TUCSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Tucson 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 Tucson, AZ? ▼
Tucson, AZ has a population of 1,060,490 people, located in Pima County, Arizona.
What is the median household income in Tucson? ▼
The median household income in Tucson, AZ is $70,315 per year. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
What is the median home value in Tucson? ▼
The median home value in Tucson, AZ is $319,700. Median rent is $1,212/month.
What are the top health concerns in Tucson? ▼
The top health indicators in Tucson include Short Sleep Duration (37%), High Blood Pressure (34.1%), Obesity (31.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Tucson? ▼
Tucson has 13 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 9 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Tucson? ▼
The median age in Tucson, AZ is 39.8 years. 36.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Tucson, AZ is located in Pima County, Arizona. With a population of 1.1M and a median household income of $70,315, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 13 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Tucson 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 (Pima 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.