Apache Junction, AZ โ€” City Data, Demographics & Statistics

Maricopa County ยท Arizona

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City DNA

A unique fingerprint for Apache Junction based on 8 key metrics โ€” compared to averages.

PopulationIncomeHome ValueSafetyEducationMedian AgeClimateCost of Living
Apache Junction
National Avg
Arizona Avg
Population: 67Income: 39Home Value: 20Safety: 100Education: 19Median Age: 88Climate: 50Cost of Living: 48

Quick Stats

Population

39,746

2023 ACS

Median Income

$58,619

2023

Median Home Value

$196,700

2023

Median Rent

$1,019

2023

Median Age

52.6

Unemployment

6.2%

Cost of Living Index

96.0

100 = national avg

Apache Junction is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, with a population of 39,746 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Apache Junction is one of the communities in Arizona.

The median household income in Apache Junction is $58,619, and the median home value is $196,700. The cost of living index is 96.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,019 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, and the median age is 52.6 years.

People & Demographics

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Population

Total Population

39,746

Male

20,078

50.5%

Female

19,668

49.5%

Median Age

52.6

Age Distribution

Education & Household

Bachelor's or Higher

13.6%

High School or Higher

40.6%

Foreign Born

8.0%

Veterans

10.9%

Married

42.9%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

0.315

Simpson's Index (0-1)

Largest Group

White

79.6%

Foreign Born

8.0%

White
79.6%
Black
1.5%
Asian
1.7%
Native American
0.9%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
11.6%
Other
4.6%

Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.

Hispanic/Latino

18.5%

7,357 people

Not Hispanic/Latino

81.5%

Hispanic/Latino Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Mexican
6,103 (83.0%)
Puerto Rican
103 (1.4%)
Guatemalan
92 (1.3%)
Colombian
50 (0.7%)
Honduran
12 (0.2%)
Other Hispanic
997 (13.6%)

Asian Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Asian Indian
75 (11.3%)
Chinese
40 (6.0%)
Filipino
425 (64.0%)
Korean
28 (4.2%)
Japanese
12 (1.8%)
Pakistani
40 (6.0%)
Thai
10 (1.5%)
Laotian
33 (5.0%)

Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Native Hawaiian
16 (100.0%)

American Indian & Alaska Native Detail

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
Navajo
155 (41.9%)
Other Native American
214 (57.8%)

Languages Spoken

Total Speakers (5+)

37,775

English Only

87.6%

#1 Non-English Language

Spanish

3,778 speakers

Limited English

3.8%

Language Distribution

Spanish
3,778 (10.0%)
Tagalog
303 (0.8%)
Other Languages
151 (0.4%)
German
133 (0.4%)
Other Asian
125 (0.3%)
French/Haitian/Cajun
84 (0.2%)
Slavic Languages
52 (0.1%)
Other Indo-European
35 (0.1%)
Chinese
15 (0.0%)
Korean
11 (0.0%)

English Proficiency

Speaks English Very Well

96.2%

Limited English Proficiency

3.8%

Spanish
32.6% limited English
Tagalog
18.1% limited English
Other Languages
35.1% limited English
Other Asian
23.2% limited English
Slavic Languages
51.9% limited English
Other Indo-European
31.4% limited English
Chinese
26.7% limited English
Korean
100.0% limited English

Veterans & Military

Total Veterans

4,332

10.9% of population

Disability Rate

20.8%

899 with disability

Veteran Median Income

$42,329

Unemployment Rate

5.9%

Period of Service

Gulf War (2001+)
16.7%
Gulf War (1990-2001)
15.3%
Vietnam
44.7%
Korea
8.5%
World War II
0.4%

Veteran Age Distribution

18-34
6.8%
35-54
13.7%
55-64
10.8%
65-74
31.0%
75+
37.8%

Male Veterans

4,015

92.7%

Female Veterans

317

7.3%

Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income

Veteran Income

$42,329

Non-Veteran Income

$32,303

Difference

$10,026

31.0% higher

Disability Status

With Disability

899

Without Disability

3,433

Disability Rate

20.8%

Ancestry & Heritage

Total Reporting Ancestry

29,947

#1 Ancestry

German

20.6% (8,180)

#2 Ancestry

English

13.0% (5,172)

#3 Ancestry

Irish

11.0% (4,374)

Top 20 Ancestries

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
German
20.6%
English
13.0%
Irish
11.0%
Italian
4.5%
Scottish
3.7%
American
3.5%
Norwegian
2.9%
Swedish
2.6%
French
2.4%
Polish
1.7%
European
1.5%
Dutch
1.3%
Sub-Saharan African
1.1%
Russian
0.9%
Scotch-Irish
0.7%
Welsh
0.7%
West Indian
0.6%
Jamaican
0.5%
Danish
0.4%
British
0.4%

Families & Households

Total Households

17,953

Family Households

10,590

59.0%

Married Couples

7,659

42.7%

Non-Family Households

7,363

41.0%

Single Mother Households

1,871

10.4%

Single Father Households

1,060

5.9%

Living Alone

6,059

33.7%

Children Under 18

Total Children

5,657

In Married Couple

3,524

62.3%

With Single Mother

1,090

19.3%

With Single Father

1,043

18.4%

Family Income

Median Family Income

$69,344

Married Couple Income

$77,945

Single Mother Income

$64,375

Single Father Income

$55,357

Avg Family Size

2.2

Avg Non-Family Size

2.3

Grandparents w/ Grandchildren

431

Grandparents Responsible

156

Economy

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Income Overview

Median Household Income

$58,619

-20% vs national

Per Capita Income

$35,205

-5% vs national

Poverty Rate

11.0%

-19% vs national

Gini Index

0.4298

0 = perfect equality

Unemployment

6.2%

+18% vs national

SNAP Recipients

10.4%

of households

How Apache Junction Compares

Apache Junction vs Similar Cities

Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Apache Junction is highlighted.

Median Household Income

Per Capita Income

Poverty Rate

Unemployment Rate

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Income Distribution

<$25K
17.9%
$25-50K
25.2%
$50-75K
18.5%
$75-100K
13.9%
$100-150K
14.8%
$150-200K
5.4%
$200K+
4.2%

Employment Snapshot

Unemployment Rate

6.2%

-18% vs AZ avg

Labor Force

16,734

Employed

15,688

How People Get to Work

Employment by Sector

Education & Workforce

Bachelor's Degree+

13.6%

of adults 25+

High School Diploma+

40.6%

of adults 25+

Median Age

52.6

Work from Home

12.9%

of workers

Cost of Living

Overall Index

96.0

100 = national avg

-4.0 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$42,223

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$99,800

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
101.6
Food
94.8
Transportation
89.6
Healthcare
95.8
Utilities
97.2

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$1,583

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,839

per month

The median household income in Apache Junction, AZ is $58,619, which is 19.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,205. The poverty rate of 11.0% is lower than the AZ state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4298, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, compared to the state average of 7.5%. The labor force is 16,734. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 73.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 96.0, which is 4.0% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,223 per year to cover basic expenses.

Housing & Real Estate

Market SnapshotRedfin โ€” January 2026

Median Sale Price

$394,495

Median List Price

$425,000

Price Per Sq Ft

$265

Days on Market

54

Active Inventory

185

Months of Supply

4.9

Balanced market

Zillow Home Value

$372,742

ZHVI โ€” January 2026

Zillow Rent Index

$1,760

ZORI โ€” January 2026

Market CompetitivenessRedfin

Sold Above List

15.8%

Off Market in 2 Weeks

14.6%

Sale-to-List Ratio

98.8%

Buyer's market

Sold Above Asking
15.8%
Under Contract in 2 Wks
14.6%
Listings with Price Drops
23.8%

Price TrendsRedfin

Sale Price โ†“ 2.4%List Price โ†‘ 10.4%Mar 24 โ†’ Jan 26

Market ActivityRedfin

Homes Sold

38

New Listings

65

Pending Sales

55

Homes Sold โ†“ 20.8%New Listings โ†‘ 3.2%Pending โ†‘ 0.0%Mar 24 โ†’ Jan 26

Price Per Square FootRedfin

Median Sale $/SF

$265

Median List $/SF

$259

Sale $/SF โ†‘ 3.5%List $/SF โ†“ 0.4%Mar 24 โ†’ Jan 26

House Price IndexFHFA

How much have housing prices increased in Apache Junction, AZ? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area, home prices have risen 494.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 90.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 127.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ housing market rather than Apache Junction alone.

40yr โ†‘ 494.4%20yr โ†‘ 90%10yr โ†‘ 127.5%5yr โ†‘ 53.8%2yr โ†‘ 4.4%Q2 1977 โ†’ Q4 2025

Metro area: Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Apache Junction vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin

Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Apache Junction is highlighted.

Median Home Value

Median Rent

Median Price Per Sq Ft

Rent Burden

Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023

Median Home Value

$196,700

Median Rent

$1,019

Total Housing Units

21,979

Vacancy Rate

18.3%

Owner Occupied

77.7%

Renter Occupied

22.3%

Median Property Tax

$944

per year

Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)

$864

Housing Types

Single Family
41.7%
Multi-Family
9.8%
Mobile Home
48.6%

Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023

Median Property Tax

$944

per year

Effective Tax Rate

0.48%

of home value

Median Home Value

$196,700

Estimated Mean Tax

$1,079

The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($944) by the median home value ($196,700). In Apache Junction, AZ, this works out to an effective rate of 0.48%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.

The current median sale price in Apache Junction, AZ is $394,495 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 54 days on the market. 15.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.9 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $265. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,760/month. About 77.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1993. There are 21,979 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $944. The effective tax rate is 0.48%, below the national average.

Crime Overview

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)

Violent Crime Rate

4.29

per 1,000 residents

+65% vs national

Property Crime Rate

15.12

per 1,000 residents

-12% vs national

Total Crimes

815

2024

Violent Clearance

62%

cases solved

Property Clearance

27%

cases solved

YoY Change

-16.1%

violent crime rate

improving vs 2023

How Apache Junction Compares

Source: FBI (2024)

Apache Junction vs Similar Cities

Source: FBI (2024)

Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Apache Junction is highlighted in green.

Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)

Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)

Murder Rate (per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trends

Source: FBI
Violent โ†‘ 68.5%Property โ†“ 54.7%2015 โ†’ 2024

Crime Composition

Source: FBI (2024)

Violent Crime Breakdown

Property Crime Breakdown

Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates

Source: FBI (2024)

Apache Junction police solve 100% of murder cases but only 11% of burglary cases.

Weapon Used in Violent Crime

Source: FBI (2024)

Crime Breakdown

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)
Crime TypeCategoryCountRate per 1KClearance %
MurderViolent10.02100.0%
RapeViolent180.4322.2%
RobberyViolent40.1025.0%
Aggravated AssaultViolent1563.7167.3%
BurglaryProperty701.6711.4%
Larceny/TheftProperty46511.0727.5%
Motor Vehicle TheftProperty1002.3833.0%

Apache Junction, AZ reported 180 violent crimes and 635 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.29 per 1,000 residents is 64.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 62% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 465 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 14.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.

Crime History

Source: FBI
YearViolentPropertyViolent RateProperty Rate
20241806354.2915.12
20232096755.1116.50
20221387893.3619.20
20211286482.8714.53
2020977772.2417.91
2019967502.2617.63
2018817731.9618.74
2017829702.0223.85
20161089302.8024.15
2015981,2852.5433.36

Natural Hazard Risk

Source: FEMA National Risk Index

Risk Score

93.8

Relatively Moderate

Expected Annual Loss

93.5

Score (0-100)

Social Vulnerability

43.7

Score (0-100)

Community Resilience

13.9

Score (0-100)

Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.

Disaster History & Federal Spending

Source: FEMA

Total Declarations

26

Public Assistance

$63.6M

Individual Assistance

$1.4M

Most Common Type

Fire

11 declarations

Public Assistance by Category

Total: $586.0M
DisasterTypeDatePA $IA $
Boulder View Fire โ†’FireJun 2024โ€”โ€”
Rose Fire โ†’FireJun 2024โ€”โ€”
Diamond Fire โ†’FireJun 2023โ€”โ€”
Avondale Fire โ†’FireJun 2020โ€”โ€”
Aquila Fire โ†’FireJun 2020โ€”โ€”
Bush Fire โ†’FireJun 2020โ€”โ€”
Ocotillo Fire โ†’FireMay 2020โ€”โ€”
East Desert Fire โ†’FireMay 2020โ€”โ€”
Covid-19 Pandemic โ†’BiologicalApr 2020$56.9M$1.4M
Covid-19 โ†’BiologicalMar 2020โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms and Flooding โ†’FloodNov 2014$4.6Mโ€”
Severe Winter Storms and Flooding โ†’Severe Storm(s)Mar 2010$31Kโ€”
Hurricane Katrina Evacuation โ†’HurricaneSep 2005$610Kโ€”
Az-wildfire (edge Complex) 07-22-2005 โ†’FireJul 2005โ€”โ€”
Cave Creek Fire Complex โ†’FireJun 2005โ€”โ€”
Az-bobby Fire-06-08-2005 โ†’FireJun 2005โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms and Flooding โ†’Severe StormApr 2005โ€”โ€”
Severe Storms and Flooding โ†’Severe Storm(s)Feb 2005$202Kโ€”
Severe Storms and Flooding โ†’Severe StormOct 2000$1.3Mโ€”
Severe Storms, Flooding, High Winds โ†’Severe StormOct 1999โ€”โ€”

Showing 20 of 30 disasters

PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).

Flood Insurance (NFIP)

Source: FEMA NFIP

Total Claims

2,630

Total Claims Paid

$26,058,639

Avg Claim Payout

$9,908

County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.

Hazard Mitigation

Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance

Mitigation Projects

17

Federal Funding

$5,207,683

Properties Protected

4

Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio

3.54

BCR

Top Mitigation Project Types

Project TypeProjectsFederal $
91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan2$131,250
403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions2$112,500
403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts2$1,706,250
300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire2$116,550
405.1: Other Minor Flood Control2$0

Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.

Apache Junction has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, wildfire, lightning. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (11 declarations). 2,630 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $63,637,667 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,424,568 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 17 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.

Health

Community Health

Source: CDC PLACES

Obesity Rate

37.7%

1.6pp above the national average

Depression Rate

20.8%

2.7pp below the national average

Diabetes Rate

15.1%

3.2pp above the national average

Uninsured Rate

11.7%

1.1pp above the national average

Health Scorecard

Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)

Health Outcomes

Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.

High Cholesterol

45.5%

Arthritis

35.9%

Cancer (excl. skin)

12.8%

Teeth Lost (65+)

15.2%

Health Risk Behaviors

Prevention & Screening

Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Frequent Mental Distress

15.8%

14+ days in past month

Depression

20.8%

Loneliness

31.6%

Lack of Support

23.9%

Disability Prevalence

Any Disability

38.2%

Mobility

19.5%

Cognitive

15.6%

Hearing

11.6%

Vision

6.2%

Self-Care

4.7%

Independent Living

9.4%

Health-Related Social Needs

Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health

Apache Junction has an obesity rate of 37.7%, which is 1.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.8%, 2.7pp below the national average. About 11.7% of adults lack health insurance. 78.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.

Nearby Hospitals

Source: CMS Hospital Compare

Nearest Hospitals

5

With Emergency Services

4

Avg CMS Rating

2.7 / 5

Nearest Hospital

1.3 mi

Banner Goldfield Medical Cente...

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HospitalDistanceTypeRatingER
Banner Goldfield Medical Center1.3 miAcute Care Hospitalsโ€”Yes
Honorhealth Mountain Vista Medical Center5.4 miAcute Care Hospitals2/5Yes
Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital6.8 miAcute Care Hospitals3/5Yes
Agave Ridge Behavioral Hospital6.8 miPsychiatricโ€”โ€”
Banner Ironwood Medical Center9.8 miAcute Care Hospitals3/5Yes

Climate & Environment

Water Systems

Source: EPA SDWIS

Water Systems

3

Pop. Served

15,778

Violations (5yr)

2

System NamePop. ServedViolations (5yr)
APACHE JUNCTION WATER DISTRICT15,6102
HIGHLANDER HILLS ESTATES1200
NORTHERN SECTION 4 COOP480

Greenhouse Gas Emitters

Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)

Facilities Reporting

1

Total COโ‚‚e

32.3K MT

Top Emitter

APACHE JUNCTION LANDFILL

32.3K MT COโ‚‚e

Total COโ‚‚e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)

FacilitySectorCOโ‚‚e (MT)
APACHE JUNCTION LANDFILL
Republic Services Inc
Waste32,298

Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons COโ‚‚e/year.

There are 3 water systems serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 32.3K metric tons of COโ‚‚e.

Infrastructure

Commute Overview2023 ACS

Drive Alone

73.9%

-6% vs national

Public Transit

0.2%

-73% vs national

Work From Home

12.9%

+39% vs national

Carpool

8.0%

Walk / Bike

2.7%

combined

How Apache Junction's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023

How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023

Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023

Traffic Fatalities

Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)

Fatalities

6

2023

6-Year Avg

5

fatalities/yr

Pedestrian

2

Cyclist

1

Nighttime

1

dark conditions

YearCrashesFatalitiesAlcoholPedestrianCyclist
202366021
202234000
202166020
202055001
201911000
201877020

Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.

Commute data for Apache Junction, AZ covers travel times and transportation modes. 73.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 12.9% work from home, which is above the AZ state average of 11.0%. 8.0% of workers carpool. 1.7% walk to work. 1.1% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 6 traffic fatalities from 6 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.

Internet & Broadband Access

Source: Census ACS

Broadband Access

87.5%

of households

Cable / Fiber / DSL

66.1%

of households

No Internet

9.3%

of households

Total Households

17,953

Internet Subscription Types

Cable, Fiber, or DSL
66.1%
Cellular Data Plan
76.9%
Satellite
9.8%
Cellular Only (no wired)
15.6%
No Internet Access
9.3%

Device Ownership

Source: Census ACS

Has Computer

94.9%

of households

Smartphone

88.3%

of households

Desktop / Laptop

76.6%

of households

Tablet

55.8%

of households

Any Computing Device
94.9%
Smartphone
88.3%
Desktop / Laptop
76.6%
Tablet
55.8%
Smartphone Only
11.5%
No Computer
5.1%

Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).

Electricity Rates

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)

Residential Rate

14.9ยข

per kWh

-22% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

Commercial Rate

12.2ยข

per kWh

-21% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

Industrial Rate

7.9ยข

per kWh

-33% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

Avg Monthly Bill

$160

residential

+9% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg

13% below the national average of 17.1ยข/kWh

Residential electricity in Arizona averages 14.9ยข per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1ยข. The average monthly electric bill is $160. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).

Apache Junction vs Similar Cities

Source: EIA (2024)

Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.

Residential Rate (ยข/kWh)

Commercial Rate (ยข/kWh)

Industrial Rate (ยข/kWh)

Average Monthly Bill

Water Systems

Source: EPA SDWIS

Water Systems

3

Population Served

15,778

Violations (5yr)

2

System NameTypeSourcePop. ServedViolations
APACHE JUNCTION WATER DISTRICTCommunitySurface water15,6102
HIGHLANDER HILLS ESTATESCommunityGround water1200
NORTHERN SECTION 4 COOPCommunityGround water480

87.5% of households in Apache Junction have broadband internet access. 66.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.3% of households have no internet access. 11.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 15,778 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.

Politics & Government

County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Apache Junction is located in Maricopa County, AZ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Apache Junction.

Election Overview

Source: Maricopa County (2024)

2024 Winner

Republican

Dem Votes

980,016

47.7%

GOP Votes

1,051,531

51.2%

Total Votes

2,053,945

Margin

R+3.5%

Shift from 2020

R+5.7pp

vs prior election

๐Ÿ“ŠElection Results by Year
2016โ€“2024
๐Ÿ“ˆPartisan Lean Trend
R+3.5%

Election History

Source: County-Level Election Results
YearDem VotesGOP VotesTotalDem %GOP %Margin
2024980,0161,051,5312,053,94547.7%51.2%R+3.5
20201,040,774995,6652,069,47550.3%48.1%D+2.2
2016549,040590,4651,201,93445.7%49.1%R+3.5

In the 2024 presidential election, Maricopa County recorded 2,053,945 total votes. Republicans won the county with 51.2% of the vote compared to 47.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+3.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.7pp from the previous election.

Nonprofits Overview

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF

Total Nonprofits

11

Total Assets

$38.3M

Total Income

$45.4M

Per 10K Residents

2.8

nonprofits

-95.4% vs peers avg

Orgs with >$1M Assets

1

Median Assets

$38.3M

Oldest Active

1964

ruling year

Newest Org

2025

ruling year

Nonprofits by Category

Source: IRS / NTEE Classification
Religion
2
Animal-Related
1
Mental Health
1
Food & Agriculture
1
Human Services
1

Nonprofit Size Distribution

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF

Number of nonprofits by total asset size

When Were Nonprofits Founded?

Source: IRS Ruling Date

Number of currently active nonprofits by founding decade

Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities

Source: IRS BMF + Census ACS

Compared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000

Largest Nonprofits in Apache Junction

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF
OrganizationCategoryAssetsIncomeEst.IRS
HORIZON HEALTH AND WELLNESS INCMental Health$38.3M$45.4M1986

Apache Junction, AZ has 11 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $38.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 2 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 2.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1964.

SBA Lending Overview

Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level Data

Total SBA Loans

281

Total Approved

$103.9M

Jobs Supported

3,796

Per 10K Residents

70.7

SBA loans

-25.1% vs peers avg

Unique Lenders

66

Top Lender

Wells Fargo Bank National Association

49 loans

Top Industry

Construction

Data Span

1992โ€“2026

Loan Program Breakdown

Source: SBA FOIA
7(a)88% of all loans

Loans

246

Total Amount

$87.2M

Avg Loan

$354,339

Median Loan

$150,000

SBA Guaranteed

$63.5M(73%)

Jobs Supported

3,363

50412% of all loans

Loans

35

Total Amount

$16.7M

Avg Loan

$477,800

Median Loan

$381,000

7(a) โ€” 88%504 โ€” 12%

Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)

Source: SBA FOIA

Recent Loans

40

14% of all-time total

Recent Amount

$20.4M

20% of all-time total

Avg Recent Loan

$509,635

Top Industries Funded

Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS Codes
Construction43 loans
NAICS 23
$11.3M
Other Services36 loans
NAICS 81
$7.6M
Accommodation & Food Services34 loans
NAICS 72
$20.0M
Manufacturing27 loans
NAICS 33
$12.6M
Health Care & Social Assistance22 loans
NAICS 62
$7.4M

SBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities

Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACS

Compared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000

Top SBA Borrowers

Source: SBA FOIA
BusinessLoansAmount
Dynamite Manufacturing Llc5$3.9M
Montex #3 Llc2$3.5M
Waste Technologies Llc1$3.0M
Aquila Place Llc1$2.7M
Apache Korners Inc.1$2.6M
Vs Capital Group Llc1$2.5M
Daniel G Kline Dds Pc and Chan4$2.1M
Gold Canyon Star Mart1$2.0M
4rb Coopers Llc1$2.0M
Edera Llc3$1.9M

Apache Junction, AZ has received 281 SBA loans totaling $103.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 246 loans (88% of the total), supporting 3,363 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 35 loans totaling $16.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Apache Junction is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 49 loans. That works out to 70.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.

ZIP Code Overview

Source: Census ACS

ZIP Codes

8

Total Population

303,170

Avg Median Income

$85,580

Avg Home Value

$356,088

ZIP Code Details

Source: Census ACS
ZIP CodePopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueMedian RentArea (sq mi)
8511925,611$69,949$259,100$1,36545.8
8512029,308$53,921$162,900$95823.1
8514051,078$98,668$411,800$1,88382.4
8520750,135$99,439$460,800$1,59529.4
8520837,840$68,452$261,200$1,4388.1
8520942,171$80,498$363,800$1,79811.8
8521250,427$123,404$530,700$2,02438.6
8521516,600$90,310$398,400$1,75582.8

Apache Junction, AZ has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 303,170. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $85,580. The average median home value is $356,088. The average median monthly rent is $1,602.

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