El Mirage, AZ — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Maricopa County · Arizona
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for El Mirage based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
35,823
2023 ACS
Median Income
$74,764
2023
Median Home Value
$282,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,682
2023
Median Age
32.4
Unemployment
6.6%
Cost of Living Index
127.8
100 = national avg
El Mirage is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, with a population of 35,823 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. El Mirage is one of the communities in Arizona.
The median household income in El Mirage is $74,764, and the median home value is $282,000. The cost of living index is 127.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,682 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, and the median age is 32.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
35,823
Male
17,366
48.5%
Female
18,457
51.5%
Median Age
32.4
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.3%
High School or Higher
29.0%
Foreign Born
14.9%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
35.3%
Avg Household Size
3.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.424
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.0%
Foreign Born
14.9%
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
50.0%
17,894 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
50.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
32,882
English Only
65.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
9,927 speakers
Limited English
9.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
90.2%
Limited English Proficiency
9.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,661
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
23.5%
391 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,402
Unemployment Rate
3.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,435
86.4%
Female Veterans
226
13.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,402
Non-Veteran Income
$35,274
Difference
$7,128
20.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
391
Without Disability
1,270
Disability Rate
23.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
13,152
#1 Ancestry
German
8.1% (2,914)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.3% (2,268)
#3 Ancestry
English
6.1% (2,169)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,136
Family Households
8,865
79.6%
Married Couples
5,550
49.8%
Non-Family Households
2,271
20.4%
Single Mother Households
2,075
18.6%
Single Father Households
1,240
11.1%
Living Alone
1,678
15.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,434
In Married Couple
5,010
59.4%
With Single Mother
2,108
25.0%
With Single Father
1,316
15.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$73,966
Married Couple Income
$87,917
Single Mother Income
$45,191
Single Father Income
$70,341
Avg Family Size
3.2
Avg Non-Family Size
3.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,206
Grandparents Responsible
355
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$74,764
+2% vs national
Per Capita Income
$26,940
-28% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.5%
-0% vs national
Gini Index
0.3601
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.6%
+26% vs national
SNAP Recipients
22.5%
of households
How El Mirage Compares
El Mirage vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. El Mirage is highlighted.
Median Household Income
El Mirage, AZ has a median household income of $74,764, making it the 10,463rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher median household income than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
El Mirage, AZ has a per capita income of $26,940, making it the 20,504th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher per capita income than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
El Mirage, AZ has a poverty rate of 13.5%, making it the 12,588th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher poverty rate than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
El Mirage, AZ has a unemployment rate of 6.6%, making it the 8,086th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher unemployment rate than 74% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in El Mirage. The median household income here is $74,764.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.6%
-13% vs AZ avg
Labor Force
18,728
Employed
17,440
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
29.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
32.4
Work from Home
13.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$129.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
127.8
100 = national avg
+27.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,247
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,947
per year
Cost Index by Category
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 El Mirage, AZ is $74,764, which is 2.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $26,940. The poverty rate of 13.5% is lower than the AZ state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3601, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, compared to the state average of 7.5%. The labor force is 18,728. 9.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 72.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 127.8, which is 27.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,247 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$363,000
Median List Price
$358,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$204
Days on Market
58
Active Inventory
67
Months of Supply
3.4
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$336,873
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,899
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
25.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
32.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
20
New Listings
32
Pending Sales
25
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$204
Median List $/SF
$223
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in El Mirage, 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 El Mirage alone.
Metro area: Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
El Mirage vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. El Mirage is highlighted.
Median Home Value
El Mirage, AZ has a median home value of $282,000, making it the 7,748th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher median home value than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
El Mirage, AZ has a median rent of $1,682, making it the 3,056th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher median rent than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
El Mirage, AZ has a price per square foot of $204, making it the 7,747th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher price per square foot than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
El Mirage, AZ has a rent burden of 27.0%, making it the 2,303rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that El Mirage has a higher rent burden than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$282,000
Median Rent
$1,682
Total Housing Units
11,896
Vacancy Rate
6.4%
Owner Occupied
69.7%
Renter Occupied
30.3%
Median Property Tax
$1,078
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,229
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,078
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
of home value
Median Home Value
$282,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,185
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,078) by the median home value ($282,000). In El Mirage, AZ, this works out to an effective rate of 0.38%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in El Mirage, AZ is $363,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 58 days on the market. 25.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $204. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,899/month. About 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2004. There are 11,896 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,078. The effective tax rate is 0.38%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.83
per 1,000 residents
+47% vs national
Property Crime Rate
12.56
per 1,000 residents
-27% vs national
Total Crimes
587
2024
Violent Clearance
44%
cases solved
Property Clearance
26%
cases solved
YoY Change
+2.0%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How El Mirage Compares
Source: FBI (2024)El Mirage vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. El Mirage 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: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)El Mirage police solve 100% of murder cases but only 5% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 22 | 0.61 | 13.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 8 | 0.22 | 37.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 106 | 2.96 | 50.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 48 | 1.34 | 16.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 336 | 9.38 | 32.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 66 | 1.84 | 4.5% |
El Mirage, AZ reported 137 violent crimes and 450 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.83 per 1,000 residents is 47.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 44% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 336 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 45.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 137 | 450 | 3.83 | 12.56 |
| 2023 | 135 | 480 | 3.75 | 13.33 |
| 2022 | 120 | 512 | 3.33 | 14.21 |
| 2021 | 134 | 608 | 3.67 | 16.67 |
| 2020 | 106 | 803 | 2.93 | 22.17 |
| 2019 | 84 | 982 | 2.32 | 27.14 |
| 2018 | 77 | 933 | 2.15 | 26.11 |
| 2017 | 85 | 1,005 | 2.39 | 28.22 |
| 2016 | 74 | 1,052 | 2.15 | 30.60 |
| 2015 | 81 | 1,096 | 2.38 | 32.25 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.9
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
27.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
18.0
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: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$63.6M
Individual Assistance
$8.7M
Most Common Type
Fire
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder View Fire → | Fire | Jun 2024 | — | — |
| Rose Fire → | Fire | Jun 2024 | — | — |
| Diamond Fire → | Fire | Jun 2023 | — | — |
| Avondale Fire → | Fire | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Aquila Fire → | Fire | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Bush Fire → | Fire | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Ocotillo Fire → | Fire | May 2020 | — | — |
| East Desert Fire → | Fire | May 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | $56.9M | $8.7M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Nov 2014 | $4.6M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Mar 2010 | $31K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $610K | — |
| Az-wildfire (edge Complex) 07-22-2005 → | Fire | Jul 2005 | — | — |
| Cave Creek Fire Complex → | Fire | Jun 2005 | — | — |
| Az-bobby Fire-06-08-2005 → | Fire | Jun 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Feb 2005 | $202K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2000 | $1.3M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, High Winds → | Severe Storm | Oct 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 31 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal 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 AssistanceMitigation Projects
18
Federal Funding
$4,967,220
Properties Protected
27
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.10
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 3 | $2,289,612 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges); 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $131,806 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 2 | $28,600 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
El Mirage has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, wildfire, hail. 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. $8,683,562 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 18 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.8%
2.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.6%
3.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.0%
0.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.8%
9.2pp 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
33.7%
Arthritis
20.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.7%
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
17.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.6%
Loneliness
35.5%
Lack of Support
29.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.6%
Mobility
13.4%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
6.5%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
8.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
El Mirage has an obesity rate of 33.8%, which is 2.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.6%, 3.9pp below the national average. About 19.8% of adults lack health insurance. 69.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.7 mi
Banner Boswell Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Boswell Medical Center | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Destiny Springs Healthcare | 3.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Avenir Behavioral Health Center | 5.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Banner Estrella Medical Center | 7.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
20
Pop. Served
335,830
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| EPCOR - AGUA FRIA | 127,718 | 3 |
| EL MIRAGE CITY OF | 39,884 | 0 |
| EPCOR - SUN CITY | 38,016 | 0 |
| EPCOR - CHAPARRAL CITY | 26,026 | 0 |
| EPCOR - SUN CITY WEST | 25,796 | 0 |
| EPCOR - ANTHEM | 23,826 | 0 |
| EPCOR - NORTH EAST AGUA FRIA | 14,723 | 0 |
| EPCOR - PARADISE VALLEY/SCOTTSDALE | 14,107 | 0 |
| EPCOR- RIO VERDE | 5,330 | 0 |
| EPCOR - TIERRA DEL RIO | 4,868 | 0 |
| EPCOR - LAKE HAVASU | 4,788 | 0 |
| EPCOR - WILLOW VALLEY/KING STREET | 3,408 | 1 |
| EPCOR - TUBAC | 2,076 | 0 |
| EPCOR - LAKESIDE | 1,775 | 0 |
| EPCOR - MOOVALYA KEYS | 1,298 | 0 |
| EPCOR - WILLOW VALLEY/LAKE CIMARRON | 596 | 0 |
| EPCOR - HOLIDAY HARBOR | 559 | 0 |
| EPCOR - MARINA VILLAGE | 528 | 0 |
| EPCOR - PARKER DAM | 429 | 0 |
| EPCOR - RIO LINDO | 79 | 0 |
There are 20 water systems serving the area. 4 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
72.2%
-8% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-92% vs national
Work From Home
13.4%
+45% vs national
Carpool
10.1%
Walk / Bike
1.8%
combined
How El Mirage's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)Fatalities
4
2022
3-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for El Mirage, AZ covers travel times and transportation modes. 72.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.4% work from home, which is above the AZ state average of 11.0%. 10.1% of workers carpool. 1.5% walk to work. In 2022, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
80.6%
of households
No Internet
4.4%
of households
Total Households
11,136
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.7%
of households
Smartphone
93.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
81.9%
of households
Tablet
66.6%
of households
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
14.9¢
per kWh
-22% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-21% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
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 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Arizona averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $160. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
El Mirage 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 (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
20
Population Served
335,830
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPCOR - AGUA FRIA | Community | Surface water | 127,718 | 3 |
| EL MIRAGE CITY OF | Community | Ground water | 39,884 | 0 |
| EPCOR - SUN CITY | Community | Ground water | 38,016 | 0 |
| EPCOR - CHAPARRAL CITY | Community | Surface water | 26,026 | 0 |
| EPCOR - SUN CITY WEST | Community | Ground water | 25,796 | 0 |
| EPCOR - ANTHEM | Community | Surface water | 23,826 | 0 |
| EPCOR - NORTH EAST AGUA FRIA | Community | Ground water | 14,723 | 0 |
| EPCOR - PARADISE VALLEY/SCOTTSDALE | Community | Purchased surface water | 14,107 | 0 |
| EPCOR- RIO VERDE | Community | Ground water | 5,330 | 0 |
| EPCOR - TIERRA DEL RIO | Community | Ground water | 4,868 | 0 |
| EPCOR - LAKE HAVASU | Community | Ground water | 4,788 | 0 |
| EPCOR - WILLOW VALLEY/KING STREET | Community | Ground water | 3,408 | 1 |
| EPCOR - TUBAC | Community | Ground water | 2,076 | 0 |
| EPCOR - LAKESIDE | Community | Surface water | 1,775 | 0 |
| EPCOR - MOOVALYA KEYS | Community | Surface water | 1,298 | 0 |
| EPCOR - WILLOW VALLEY/LAKE CIMARRON | Community | Ground water | 596 | 0 |
| EPCOR - HOLIDAY HARBOR | Community | Surface water | 559 | 0 |
| EPCOR - MARINA VILLAGE | Community | Surface water | 528 | 0 |
| EPCOR - PARKER DAM | Community | Surface water | 429 | 0 |
| EPCOR - RIO LINDO | Community | Surface water | 79 | 0 |
93.9% of households in El Mirage have broadband internet access. 80.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.4% of households have no internet access. 10.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 20 water systems, providing water to 335,830 people. A total of 4 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. El Mirage is located in Maricopa County, AZ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in El Mirage.
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
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 980,016 | 1,051,531 | 2,053,945 | 47.7% | 51.2% | R+3.5 |
| 2020 | 1,040,774 | 995,665 | 2,069,475 | 50.3% | 48.1% | D+2.2 |
| 2016 | 549,040 | 590,465 | 1,201,934 | 45.7% | 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 BMFTotal Nonprofits
60
Total Assets
$2.3M
Total Income
$1.4M
Per 10K Residents
16.7
nonprofits
-71.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$65K
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in El Mirage
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DYSART COMMUNITY CENTER | Human Services | $1.1M | $700K | 1967 | |
| LIFE CONNECTION MINISTRY INTERNATIONAL INC | Religion | $401K | $115K | 2025 | |
| SUNAGO INC | Youth Development | $386K | $291K | 2011 | |
| NUHOPE ALANO INC | — | $291K | $108K | 1986 | |
| THE LOVE HOUSE KIDS PROGRAM | Human Services | $65K | $40K | 2006 | |
| DYSART COMMUNITY COALITION | Education | $34K | $80K | 2020 | |
| DESERT KINGS BASEBALL CLUB INC | Recreation & Sports | $798 | $42K | 2024 | |
| ROYULTY BY DEZIGN ENTERPRIZE INC | Human Services | $1 | — | 2021 | |
| BARRIO RESTORED FAITH AND GLORY | Religion | $1 | $1 | 2023 |
El Mirage, AZ has 60 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 16 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 16.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
66
Total Approved
$29.6M
Jobs Supported
805
Per 10K Residents
18.4
SBA loans
-81.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
30
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
13 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
58
Total Amount
$19.7M
Avg Loan
$339,376
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$14.5M(74%)
Jobs Supported
667
Loans
8
Total Amount
$9.9M
Avg Loan
$1,234,125
Median Loan
$840,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
15
23% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$9.5M
32% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$636,353
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charlie Tuna Investments Llc | 1 | $4.0M |
| Rio Mirage Cafe Corporation | 1 | $2.0M |
| P1 Group Holdings Llc | 1 | $1.8M |
| Alsa Auto Corp. | 1 | $1.7M |
| Precision Steel Erectors Llc | 2 | $1.6M |
| Elmirrv Llc | 1 | $1.6M |
| Premier R V and Boat Storage | 1 | $1.4M |
| Phoenix Door Inc. | 3 | $1.4M |
| Cam Rentals Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Pet Lodges of America | 1 | $1.2M |
El Mirage, AZ has received 66 SBA loans totaling $29.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 58 loans (88% of the total), supporting 667 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 8 loans totaling $9.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in El Mirage is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 13 loans. That works out to 18.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
27
Total Population
919,147
Avg Median Income
-$24,612,756
Avg Home Value
-$24,354,739
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85033 | 58,234 | $60,749 | $245,900 | $1,338 | 6.1 |
| 85037 | 53,041 | $81,919 | $290,600 | $1,649 | 8.2 |
| 85301 | 66,970 | $47,422 | $218,100 | $1,189 | 9.3 |
| 85302 | 40,329 | $62,516 | $326,600 | $1,241 | 6.0 |
| 85303 | 34,769 | $75,077 | $286,800 | $1,476 | 6.8 |
| 85304 | 29,745 | $82,976 | $345,400 | $1,401 | 5.5 |
| 85305 | 16,471 | $99,565 | $410,100 | $1,867 | 6.1 |
| 85306 | 24,696 | $82,060 | $342,000 | $1,666 | 5.9 |
| 85307 | 13,290 | $78,540 | $368,700 | $1,745 | 10.4 |
| 85308 | 65,159 | $95,512 | $420,100 | $1,777 | 16.9 |
| 85309 | 965 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3.6 |
| 85335 | 35,823 | $74,764 | $282,000 | $1,682 | 12.0 |
| 85340 | 38,873 | $117,193 | $499,700 | $1,924 | 31.3 |
| 85345 | 61,822 | $64,563 | $278,300 | $1,563 | 12.7 |
| 85351 | 27,562 | $50,812 | $250,300 | $1,477 | 10.9 |
| 85355 | 13,341 | $115,401 | $443,700 | $2,586 | 34.6 |
| 85363 | 6,985 | $68,472 | $282,900 | $1,130 | 1.5 |
| 85373 | 20,885 | $68,445 | $317,100 | $1,950 | 11.3 |
| 85374 | 40,955 | $78,690 | $355,800 | $1,897 | 12.8 |
| 85375 | 27,185 | $63,977 | $350,700 | $1,658 | 12.4 |
| 85378 | 9,401 | $62,881 | $235,200 | $1,369 | 3.6 |
| 85379 | 49,735 | $102,823 | $413,500 | $1,944 | 10.7 |
| 85381 | 26,895 | $94,442 | $407,900 | $1,726 | 6.7 |
| 85382 | 43,109 | $93,387 | $408,000 | $1,875 | 9.9 |
| 85388 | 35,003 | $107,131 | $420,000 | $2,094 | 12.8 |
| 85392 | 39,203 | $84,965 | $364,700 | $1,829 | 9.7 |
| 85395 | 38,701 | $107,980 | $524,600 | $1,912 | 18.6 |
El Mirage, AZ has 27 ZIP codes with a combined population of 919,147. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$24,612,756. The average median home value is -$24,354,739. The average median monthly rent is -$24,689,730.
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