South Tucson
City in Pima County, Arizona
South Tucson is a city in Pima County, Arizona, with 4,613 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,425 ft (739 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Drexel Heights, 5.8 miles SW.
- 4,613residents (2020 Census)
- 2,425 ftelevation · 739 m
- 1.0 sq miland area · 2.7 km²
- 4,492 / sq mipopulation density
- 85723main ZIP code (2 in total)
About South Tucson
South Tucson is a city in Pima County, Arizona, United States, and an enclave of the much larger city of Tucson. South Tucson is known for being heavily influenced by Hispanic, and especially Mexican, culture; restaurants and shops which sell traditional Mexican food and other goods can be found throughout the city. The population was 4,613 as of the 2020 census, and was estimated at 4,452 in 2025.
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Living in South Tucson
- Median household income
- $33,598
- Median home value
- $167,000
- Median rent
- $941/mo
- Median age
- 41.7
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South Tucson had 4,613 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 4,613 |
|---|---|
| Density | 4,492 per sq mi (1,734 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
South Tucson at a glance
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
|---|---|
| County | Pima County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 4,613 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.03 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,425 ft (739 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.1955° N, 110.9692° W |
| ZIP codes | 85723, 85701 |
| Official website | southtucson.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0468850 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near South Tucson
- Drexel Heights5.8 mi SW
- Kleindale5.9 mi NE
- Tucson6.5 mi SE
- Flowing Wells7.2 mi N
- Tucson Mountains8.7 mi NW
- Catalina Foothills8.8 mi NE
- Tucson Estates9.3 mi W
- Summit9.3 mi S
- Valencia West9.4 mi SW
- Casas Adobes10.4 mi N
- Tanque Verde14.1 mi E
- Oro Valley15.6 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about South Tucson
What county is South Tucson in?
South Tucson is in Pima County, Arizona.
What is the population of South Tucson, AZ?
4,613 people lived in South Tucson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of South Tucson, AZ?
The main ZIP code is 85723. Other ZIP codes: 85701.
What is the elevation of South Tucson?
2,425 feet (739 m) above sea level.
What towns are near South Tucson?
Drexel Heights (5.8 mi), Kleindale (5.9 mi), Tucson (6.5 mi), Flowing Wells (7.2 mi), Tucson Mountains (8.7 mi).
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