Central
Census-designated place in Graham County, Arizona

Central is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Graham County, Arizona, with 758 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,884 ft (879 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Pima, 3.5 miles NW.
- 758residents (2020 Census)
- 2,884 ftelevation · 879 m
- 1.7 sq miland area · 4.3 km²
- 452 / sq mipopulation density
- 85531ZIP code
About Central
Central is a census-designated place in Graham County, Arizona, United States. Its population was 758 as of the 2020 census. It is part of the Safford micropolitan area.
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Living in Central
- Median household income
- $97,365
- Median home value
- $480,000
- Median age
- 26.8
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Central had 758 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 758 |
|---|---|
| Density | 452 per sq mi (175 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Central at a glance
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
|---|---|
| County | Graham County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 758 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.68 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,884 ft (879 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8692° N, 109.7908° W |
| ZIP code | 85531 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0411580 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Central
- Pima3.5 mi NW
- Thatcher4.2 mi S
- Bryce4.3 mi NW
- Safford6.0 mi SE
- Cactus Flats8.5 mi SE
- Solomon10.1 mi E
- Swift Trail Junction10.7 mi SE
- San Jose11.9 mi E
- Fort Thomas14.9 mi NW
- Bylas26.1 mi NW
- Morenci29.6 mi NE
- Clifton31.4 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Central
What county is Central in?
Central is in Graham County, Arizona.
What is the population of Central, AZ?
758 people lived in Central at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Central, AZ?
The ZIP code of Central is 85531.
What is the elevation of Central?
2,884 feet (879 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Central?
Pima (3.5 mi), Thatcher (4.2 mi), Bryce (4.3 mi), Safford (6.0 mi), Cactus Flats (8.5 mi).
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